12. Relational Growth

Are you emotionally literate? 

This question is the launching point in this podcast about relational growth (emotional maturity). What you can expect in this podcast is a clear and easy way for you to have better relationships today. 

Here are seven quick steps to increase emotional intimacy.

Be respectful of other people’s needs.
Support others by giving good eye contact.
Tell yourself be curious about what the other person is saying and feeling.
Listen to your own body. If your body is resisting the engagement there will be tells within your own body like back pain or tenseness, tightness in your chest, or looking at your phone or watch. You’re searching for an escape. Heart rate increase, temptation to withdraw, etc.
Listen also to the other person’s body language and discern what they are saying.
Find something to ask a question about based off of their words or body language.
Trust yourself enough to do it right next time.

Chad references the book Emotional Intelligence 2.0. 

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