Hi, it's Suze and Jenni! We are two regular people that happen to be a therapist and a life coach. For the past four years, we've spent time together laughing, and sometimes crying, about our crazy life experiences. As a result, we've created effective ways to gain insight. If you've found yourself asking "what just happened" after a get-together or life event, join us to hear about ways that you can maximize your insights too!
Think communication is complicated? It doesn't have to be.
This episode breaks down simple Safe Conversations skills that help you build trust, reduce conflict, and create deeper connection.
Learn practical phrases for active listening, appreciation, validation, empathy, healthy boundaries, and respectful communication plus grab the free handout from our website to put these relationship tools into practice.
Because better conversations really do build better relationships.
Suze Gadol Anderson lives in Eugene, Oregon. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, practicing in Texas and Oregon. Request a free consult to work with Suze at https://www.yourauthenticinsights.com.
Jenni Hubby is a Certified Professional Coach with a team of coaches in Texas, who works with people all across the United States. To schedule a free consult for coaching, visit https://www.jhubconsulting.com/.
Find previous episodes and more about Suze and Jenni at http://www.insightmaximizers.com.
Contact Jenni and Suze at Maxers@InsightMaximizers.com
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The Maxers Community Facebook group continues to grow! Consider joining this private group for fellow insight seekers to give and receive insights. Join us in changing how we do events. We're shifting our focus from the external things to preparing ourselves from within for handling whatever comes our way. Join us at https://www.facebook.com/groups/524983982549427.
23 Sept 2026
Stop Talking Past Each Other | How Couples Can Communicate Better
Think better communication starts with talking? Think again.
In this episode, we discuss the Safe Conversations strategy and reveal why asking, "Is now a good time?" might save you from your next argument. Learn the simple listening skills mirroring, validating, summarizing, and empathizing that help reduce defensiveness, build trust, and strengthen relationships.
Whether you're talking with your spouse, your child, or anyone you live with, these practical communication tools can transform everyday conversations.
Plus, grab the free companion handout at insightmaximizers.com and get ready for next week's deep dive into the micro-skills that make every conversation safer.
Suze Gadol Anderson lives in Eugene, Oregon. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, practicing in Texas and Oregon. Request a free consult to work with Suze at https://www.yourauthenticinsights.com.
Jenni Hubby is a Certified Professional Coach with a team of coaches in Texas, who works with people all across the United States. To schedule a free consult for coaching, visit https://www.jhubconsulting.com/.
Find previous episodes and more about Suze and Jenni at http://www.insightmaximizers.com.
Contact Jenni and Suze at Maxers@InsightMaximizers.com
Join Insight Maximizers' Community:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InsightMaximizers
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/insightmaximizers/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/insightmaximizers
The Maxers Community Facebook group continues to grow! Consider joining this private group for fellow insight seekers to give and receive insights. Join us in changing how we do events. We're shifting our focus from the external things to preparing ourselves from within for handling whatever comes our way. Join us at https://www.facebook.com/groups/524983982549427.
9 Sept 2026
Want Less Drama? The Communication Skill That Helps People Actually Listen
Want to communicate your needs without triggering defensiveness? In this episode, we explore the power of "I Statements"—a simple communication tool that can reduce conflict, improve relationships, and help you set healthy boundaries. Learn how to express feelings, clarify misunderstandings, make requests, and communicate authentically while fostering deeper connection and understanding.
Suze Gadol Anderson lives in Eugene, Oregon. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, practicing in Texas and Oregon. Request a free consult to work with Suze at https://www.yourauthenticinsights.com.
Jenni Hubby is a Certified Professional Coach with a team of coaches in Texas who works with people all across the United States. To schedule a free coaching consultation, visit https://www.jhubconsulting.com/.
Find previous episodes and more about Suze and Jenni at http://www.insightmaximizers.com.
Contact Jenni and Suze at Maxers@InsightMaximizers.com (mailto:Maxers@InsightMaximizers.com)
Join Insight Maximizers' Community:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InsightMaximizers
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/insightmaximizers/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/insightmaximizers
The Maxers Community Facebook group continues to grow! Consider joining this private group for fellow insight seekers to give and receive insights. Join us in changing how we do events. We're shifting our focus from external things to preparing ourselves from within to handle whatever comes our way.
Join us at https://www.facebook.com/groups/524983982549427.
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