A beginner's guide to: Meaningful convos (mindful)

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Meaningful convos are about having thoughtful conversations where both sides feel truly heard and understood, fostering genuine connection through active listening and compassion.

In a hurry and don't have any questions?

  1. Create a distraction-free space where you're not rushing.

  2. Be prepared to listen attentively.

  3. Notice how it feels to spend less time talking and more time listening.

  4. Once you are set up, head to our Practice Guides and get started.

Looking for detailed practice guides? Hang tight, they are coming soon!

What are meaningful convos done mindfully?

In a world where many conversations can be shallow or rushed, meaningful convos offer a deeper way to engage. Rooted in active listening, sincerity and empathy, they allow us to truly connect with others and ourselves. The goal is to understand and be understood, creating space for both participants to share their thoughts and emotions without fear of judgment or interruption.

Active listening is a key component, where you focus fully on what the other person is saying. This promotes deeper insights and connection. Sincerity and empathy build trust, encouraging openness and understanding, while clarity ensures the conversation stays on track and avoids superficiality. Open-ended questions invite thoughtful responses, and maintaining a non-judgmental attitude creates a safe space for honest dialogue.

By being fully present and engaging with intention, meaningful convos can strengthen relationships and build mutual respect. Whether in personal or professional settings, these conversations lead to more genuine and fulfilling exchanges. Ready to dive deeper? Let’s explore meaningful convos.

Why meaningful convos are good for you

With so many reasons to add meaningful conversations to your routine (like boosting empathy, learning more about the world around you, and building deeper connections), here are a few benefits you can experience through engaging mindfully in meaningful conversations.

Emotional release

Emotional well-being

Enhanced mental clarity

Intellectual well-being, Self well-being

Boosted self-esteem

Self well-being

Strengthened relationships

Emotional well-being, Social well-being

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Starting some meaningful convos? Read this first

You are probably ready to toss the question “how’s the weather?” out the window and dive into a connection fuelled conversation. But before you do, there are some important things to keep in mind. Meaningful conversations can be beneficial for everyone, but these tips will help to make sure that your first conversation is a good one.

Common styles

One-on-one conversations

Group discussions

Problem-solving conversations

Safety

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Respect confidentiality by ensuring conversations are held in a comfortable setting with adequate privacy.

What you might experience

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"Where do I even begin?"

😊

"I’m really listening to them."

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"What if it gets awkward?"

😌

"This feels more comfortable now."

😊

"We really connected."

Getting started guides coming soon...

Are you ready to get the conversation started?

We are busy working on detailed getting started guides and individual practice guides to follow.

What you need to know about meaningful convos (mindful)

Wondering how to get started with meaningful convos? Explore the table below and discover everything you need to know to get your practice started, right now.

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Ancestry, history, facts and other trivia

The concept of "active listening" became prominent in psychology in the mid-20th century.

The book "How to Win Friends and Influence People" by Dale Carnegie in 1936 highlighted the power of meaningful convos.

Philosophers like Socrates emphasized the importance of deep, meaningful dialogue in ancient times.

The song "Talk" by Coldplay emphasizes the importance of communication.

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Academic research we rate

Meaningful Peer Social Interactions and Momentary Well-Being in Context

Roshanaei, M., Vaid, S. S., Courtney, A. L., Soh, S. J., Zaki, J., & Harari, G. M. (2024). Meaningful Peer Social Interactions and Momentary Well-Being in Context. Social Psychological and Personality Science. https://doi.org/10.1177/19485506241248271

Overly shallow?: Miscalibrated expectations create a barrier to deeper conversation.

Kardas, M., Kumar, A., & Epley, N. (2022). Overly shallow?: Miscalibrated expectations create a barrier to deeper conversation. Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, 122(3), 367–398. https://doi.org/10.1037/pspa0000281

Promoting subjective well-being through communication savoring

Jiao, J., Kim, S., & Pitts, M. J. (2021). Promoting subjective well-being through communication savoring. Communication Quarterly, 69(2), 152–171. https://doi.org/10.1080/01463373.2021.1901758

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