‘Hi .. Conversation Changes Lives’ Book Blog
“Hi” is a wealth of information that will encourage you, entice you, to take the first tentative steps to engage with others, to develop a sense of worth in one’s involvement with others, and with the community we share.
I highly recommend this treasure trove of practices, delightful story ‘snippets’, and compelling rationale for conversation. — Ken Annandale, Educator
We welcome your comments, and experiences as you let conversation change your life after reading the book. View a TV feature about Hi or view our entertaining book launch
Visited a fellow I like at a high end seniors residence that he had moved into less than a month before. He was lamenting what bad shape he was in. A retired physician, he said he recognized the symptoms of heart failure. I commented that it was a time of great change… now surrounded by new influences and opportunities. It was a time for rebirth. I asked who were two people that he’d met recently that he’s enjoying. One was Anne a woman he’s had dinner with occasionally.
I suggested we share a project… of course What’s Gone Well is central. He’s to email me one moment a day that stood out to him. He asked for a reminder… which I sent. He in turn posted a wonderful one about Anne from dinner later that day. We had talked about rebirth this afternoon. His daughter sees this time as just that.
A client may forget many things but when it garners empathetic attention there can be more retention and growth. In talking about it with his daughter it sounds like there could be a serious market for this.
What’s Gone Well Today ?
Listening to my son’s ventures in the trades, primarily the interactions he has with others and vice versa. I often marvel on the impact that words and actions really do make on all of us. Since my encounter with hi … Conversation Changes Lives I have become much more aware of what really is important as listener or talker. Both roles are significant. I love reflecting on the different kinds of exchanges with people. And it is nice to recognize where I too am in the moment not just trying to understand where the other person is coming from. Both are good.
The higher view on “what’s gone well today ? … without question is refreshing !
Thanks,
Robyn
What went well today ? … I would not have believed it until evening arrived that I experienced a resolution second to none ! A most profound loving response was it’s finale. A business exchange that involved one company working with integrious principles and another company not. And yes I was tangled in the middle. Mid point a new conversation comes into view and I hear these words “Talk to God ”
Most intriguing lol as I knew ah that probably is key for me right now. As I was spell bound in the discomfort of the unresolved situation.
Conversations ‘staying connected’ led the way all the way through.
Awesome ! Thx
Robyn
First of all I want to clarify … the today I am going to refer to is from yesterday. I needed today (time) to process. I felt tired yesterday.
… what’s gone well … in the few conversations I had yesterday … one felt ‘weller’ than the others.
Each had it’s own place regarding reflection and growth. Honesty, with no hold backs is what went authentically well. I thrive to be spontaneous wherever and whenever I can. Yesterday had a bit of a spin for me as I was asked questions that I normally would ask others. In the inquiry that I felt was authentic I felt relaxed to share where my own thoughts were in the moment. And once I got on a roll it felt as natural as a duck to water. To my delight no one laughed at me or made light of what I was ‘feeling’ or made me feel wrong … the simple receptive act of listening made a huge impact on “me being clear to me !” And why my own quests in life are as equally important to me as yours are to you. (Lol i think this might be called bridging the gap) And wiithout the ‘gifts’ that conversation brings to the table I would not have been able to see what I need to see for myself, as well as my beloved ” neighbors”. Were these entirely comfortable exchanges ? No, but regardless necessary ♡
It is true ! “Hi ! … Conversation Changes LIves”
Sincerely, Thank you !
Robyn
What’s Gone Well Today ?
Every connection that I made in conversation today, left me with this amazing sense of what is really important … & saying “hello” … truly, seemed to be the first step ! Lol what a hoot !♡
What’s really important in conclusion is connecting period ! Astoundingly simple. High or low all is important 🙂
What has gone well today …
I had a relaxed conversation with an individual who was in the same line up at the grocery store as I was. We exchanged “care & interest” in each other with the remarkable passing of a few mins. The material I have read in hi conversation changes lives prompted this ‘new’ awareness of a simple sense of extended love and then by allowing this love to be the connectedness and let it be what it may …. ever so remarkably refreshing. Deeply freeing.
Thank you ♡