What's Anya Mind, Friends? In today's video I'm sharing a lot about communication. We're discussing active listening, practical tips, and even the two most common barriers. Effective communication is a must-have in any healthy relationship whether it's romantic, platonic, familial, or even professional. Which of these are you going to work on? FIND A THERAPIST// https://www.aamft.org/Directories/Find_a_Therapist.aspx SOCIAL MEDIA// Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_steph.anya Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/steph.anya.fb FOR MEDIA & SPONSORSHIP INQUIRIES// Please email: stephanya@thestation.io GEAR// Camera: https://amzn.to/2xJoybv Mic: https://amzn.to/2XPZjin Flash: https://amzn.to/3czlgGI Mic: https://amzn.to/2ZxBDA4 Audio Recorder: https://amzn.to/3bUKG0J Flash: https://amzn.to/3czlgGI Lighting: https://amzn.to/2XnyQaa Theme Song: Prod. NDO: https://www.youtube.com/NDObeats Prod. Mari Beats: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0JqfYoOQDBGAT1_3r43z9Q 0:00 Introduction 1:24 The Goal: Better Understanding 3:51 Set clear intentions 4:13 Create a safe atmosphere 4:46 Speak slowly 4:53 Be concise 5:20 Understandable language 6:22 Watch your body language 7:27 Avoid sarcasm 9:30 Stay on topic 9:59 Avoid shifting blame 10:34 Barrier 1: Loud Noise 10:59 Barrier 2: Stress