EP168 Why Communication Matters—and Why Sami’s Writing a Whole Book About It
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🔧 What if communication isn’t just a tool—but the tool?
In this thought-provoking and hilariously vulnerable conversation, Sami shares the messy middle of writing a book about communication—and Angela digs deep into what it means to clarify not just our words, but our hearts.
From exploring the emotional roots of poor communication to dissecting how our inner world struggles to translate into language, this episode is both a sneak peek at Sami’s evolving book and a powerful guide to more meaningful conversations.
Whether you're navigating conflict with a spouse, talking to a friend, or leading a team, the insights here will make you rethink how you show up in conversation—and in life.
🎧 Press play to laugh, learn, and feel a little more seen.
📘 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✅ Why communication is more than just saying the right thing—it’s about being understood
✅ How to identify what you actually want before entering a conversation
✅ What “bad communication” really means—and why it’s often a symptom, not the root problem
✅ The difference between heart language and spoken language
✅ How cultural or emotional context changes the way we interpret words
✅ Why some conversations should start with “What do I want from this?”
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