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EQ For Life

Book Title: Crucial Conversations

Author: Kerry Patterson

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Overview

This guide teaches essential EQ skills for navigating high-stakes conversations with clarity, calmness, and respect.

Some Key Learnings

• STATE Model: Apply the STATE Model (Share your facts, Tell your story, Ask for others’ paths, Talk tentatively, Encourage testing) to express yourself clearly and invite open dialogue without escalating tension
• Start with Heart: Begin conversations by clarifying your own motives (using the Start with Heart technique) to ensure you stay focused on mutual goals and avoid reacting emotionally
• SAFE Conversations: Use the SAFE Approach (Safety, Approach, Focus, Empathy) to manage sensitive conversations by creating psychological safety, inviting openness, and focusing on solutions

Book Title: Non-Violent Communication

Author: Marshall B. Rosenberg

Overview