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I have always been a communicator. Whether on paper or face to face, I have always had a passion for communication. More recently, I have realized I love face to face communication above all else. I like to see what words make people react and I like to craft my communication to every type of audience as it is being transmitted.

Just as I love to communicate with others, I love when others communicate with me… at least sometimes.

Although I have been known as being a brutally honest type ‘a gal, I always do my best to display honesty in the kindest of ways. I can’t say I always accomplish this, but my heart sure does try.

I also realize that because I am so constantly aware of how to communicate with others, I am also constantly aware of how others communicate with me. As a result, I am extremely sensitive to all spoken word.

If your tone doesn’t match your words, I get concerned. If your eyes are sad before your words follow, I ask questions.

I constantly analyze communication so I can better my skills. So much so that my heart can break at the slightest bit of miscommunication.

I am beyond sensitive to the way people say things to me but am also beyond disappointed that respect and kindness are not always common themes in communications.

If we all researched how to effectively communicate with others, kindness would ensue. This blog might sound like all I want is world peace, and maybe I do. In all seriousness I know that everyone could benefit from learning communication skills, including myself.

Communication isn’t the type of thing you are just born skilled at. It’s the thing you have to constantly learn about to master. And even if you are a master communicator, you are still human and you will always make mistakes.

Although this is true, think of the next words you say before you say them. Think of your tone before you answer a sensitive question, double check your text before you click send, think of the value you are adding to the world before you even enter a conversation.

Always remember to be mindful with your words because I promise they carry more weight than you ever might think.

Love Deeply and Forever,

Karen