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Be Your Better Avatar: Every Single Day | Dr. Atul Mehta | TEDxSGNS Youth
TEDx Talks· 2025-07-08 15:47
Whatever I speak in the next 7 8 10 minutes, first of all, let me tell you that that is not a prescription. It's a description. It is not the perfect answer to all your questions. The perfect answer is you.Whatever I say or whatever I speak is not the only way that will work or that will not work. It's a reflection, a reminder, a guide. I am not giving you any solution. The solution is you.As Bhagat Gita says, you have the right to act but not to the fruits of action. So start acting. Focus on doing and not ...
The illusion of clarity — how to communicate better | Junie George Varghese | TEDxCMRIT Hyderabad
TEDx Talks· 2025-07-01 15:56
Core Argument - The report argues that miscommunication is inevitable due to misinterpretation, stemming from cognitive biases and assumptions [19] - It emphasizes that effective communication is not about expressing more, but about receiving better, focusing on tone, energy, and emotion [21][22] - The report suggests that clarity in communication comes from seeking understanding rather than assuming it [23] Reasons for Miscommunication - Words can be interpreted differently based on individual experiences and backgrounds, leading to confusion [9] - The "curse of knowledge" or "expert problem" can cause communicators to leave out details, assuming the listener's understanding [9][10] - Emotions can cloud judgment, leading to harsh words and confusing non-verbal signals [12][13] - Over-reliance on digital communication can lead to loss of nonverbal cues and reduced personal interaction, hindering trust-building [14][15] - Poor listening skills, including distractions and multitasking, can impede understanding and appropriate responses [15] Consequences of Miscommunication - Miscommunication can damage relationships, fuel frustration, create conflict, and lead to loss of trust [16] - It can have a domino effect, affecting learning, creating errors, hampering decision-making, lowering motivation, increasing costs, and destroying reputation [18] Mitigation Strategies - Increase awareness of cognitive biases and question assumptions [19] - Pay attention to how things are perceived, not just what is said [20] - Reflect on whether the message or the interpretation is the problem [20] - Observe emotions expressed without words and recognize the impact of silence [23]