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Words Can Change Your Brain: 12 Conversation Strategies to Build Trust, Resolve Conflict, and Increase Intimacy

Andrew B. Newberg, Mark Robert Waldman
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Words Can Change Your Brain: 12 Conversation Strategies to Build Trust, Resolve Conflict, and Increase Intimacy

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2012

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Andrew B. Newberg, Mark Robert Waldman

Words Can Change Your Brain: 12 Conversation Strategies to Build Trust, Resolve Conflict, and Increase Intimacy

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2012
Book Details
Pages

272

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

2010s

Publication Year

2012

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Words Can Change Your Brain: 12 Conversation Strategies to Build Trust, Resolve Conflict, and Increase Intimacy by Andrew B. Newberg and Mark Robert Waldman explores techniques for effective communication. The authors discuss using mindful listening, compassion, and empathy in conversations to foster trust, resolve conflicts, and enhance relationships, highlighting the power of positive language in transforming interactions and deepening connections.

Informative

Inspirational

Hopeful

Reviews & Readership

4.2

1,558 ratings

73%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Words Can Change Your Brain receives praise for its practical communication strategies and emphasis on mindfulness in conversations. Readers appreciate its focus on building trust and resolving conflicts. However, some find the concepts simplistic and repetitive. Overall, it is valued for promoting deeper interpersonal connections.

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Who Should Read Words Can Change Your Brain: 12 Conversation Strategies to Build Trust, Resolve Conflict, and Increase Intimacy?

Readers interested in Words Can Change Your Brain are likely those who enjoy exploring communication techniques for personal and professional growth. Fans of Dale Carnegie's How to Win Friends and Influence People or Daniel Goleman's Emotional Intelligence would appreciate this book's insights on fostering trust and resolving conflicts.

4.2

1,558 ratings

73%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

272

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

2010s

Publication Year

2012

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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