Unheard Signals: How Emotionless Dialogue Builds Invisible Walls | Samer Abboud | TEDxJamhour

Communication & Relationships - Improper communication creates a divide between humans, as individuals protect their material and ideas [2] - Open-minded conversations build genuine relationships, hindered by unchecked ego leading to division and judgment [3] - The Johari window model illustrates how openness in communication increases with awareness of different people and circumstances [7] - A larger open quadrant in the Johari window means less misunderstanding, but communication is still dependent on the recipient's interpretation [10] - Active listening without judgment and embracing feedback are crucial for healthy relationships and self-improvement [20] Ego & Self-Perception - Ego is the narrative the brain constructs about itself, often prioritizing performance over truth [5] - Untamed ego poisons connection by prioritizing its own perspective over objective truth [5] - Bragging creates an illusion of success and hides the real self, as the brain struggles to differentiate between talk and action [13] - Social media is a platform for self-promotion, showcasing an idealized version of oneself and feeding the ego's desire for approval [18] Emotions & Decision-Making - Emotions are critical for making life decisions, guiding rational brains through complex choices [15] - Schools often overlook the importance of emotional intelligence in shaping complex decisions [16]