Self Reflection
Thinking about thoughts
Why is it important?
Successful communication is best achieved when all parties are (mostly) thinking about the same topic and using this topic as a way to stay actively involved in the conversation.
This can help usRelate to the communication partner
Feel a sense of connection
Make predictions on what to do next in the conversation.
Further develop an understanding of the communication partner
Get needs and wants met
Therapy addresses challenges such as
Staying on topic/appearing disengaged
Maintaining or controlling eye contact
Monitoring how others are feeling
Predicting what others may be thinking
Physical proximity (standing too close or too far)
Becoming disinterested in topics you personally do not enjoy to discuss