Why Good Conversations Feel So Hard Right Now (and what to do about it)

Have you noticed that conversations feel more rushed, reactive and emotionally loaded than ever before?

It’s not just you. That’s why, in this episode, we (that’s communications consultant, Sarah Wright, and psychologist and mindset coach, Dr Victoria Stakelum) explore the real reasons communication has become so challenging: from the speed of modern life to nervous system overload, digital disconnection, and the pressure to respond instantly.

In this episode, we cover:

• Why time feels faster and how this impacts the way we think
• How technology affects our nervous systems and patience
• Why we’re “connected” but still lonely
• The one simple shift that instantly improves every conversation
• How energy, not wording, shapes how you’re received
• The role of rapport with others and yourself
• How slowing down can transform conflict, communication, and connection.

This episode is for anyone who wants calmer, richer, more meaningful conversations at work, at home, and everywhere in between. In it, we reference:

• The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People — Stephen R. Covey
• The Trust Technique – www.thetrusttechnique.com
• Laura Lynne Jackson – ww. lauralynnejackson.com
• 100 Ways to Raise Your Vibration – Victoria’s pdf can be downloaded here: https://thesuccesssmith.thrivecart.com/100ways

We’d genuinely love to hear your experiences. Please share what you tried, what shifted, or any questions you’d like us to cover in future episodes by emailing [e-mail].

Enjoy the episode.