Great conversation requires true listening and genuine curiosity. I want to show you how to shift from simply having conversations, to actively creating better conversations. Hello š I'm Craig Constantine, and my mission is creating better conversations to spread understanding and compassion. Interested? https://openandcurious.org/
Open + Curious
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Great conversation requires true listening and genuine curiosity. I want to show you how to shift from simply having conversations, to actively creating better conversations. Hello š I'm Craig Constantine, and my mission is creating better conversations to spread understanding and compassion. Interested? https://openandcurious.org/
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July 6, 2024
How do you end?
How can you effectively and gracefully end a conversation while maintaining its value and mutual appreciation? Understand the balance between leaving a conversation fulfilled and seeking more. "I know I didn't even try to get everything [from a conversation] because I know I can't get everything. So it's somehow finding a balance between: "Okay, my cup is full. I should really move away and just revel in what I have." Finding a balance between that, and just going to the well until the cup comes up empty. I think that's probably the compass for how to find a good ending." ~ Craig Constantine (4:25) Craig and Jesse discuss the complexities of ending conversations, beginning with the idea that most conversations naturally conclude due to external factors like time constraints. Craig notes that in many casual interactions, such as those at events or in public spaces, the end is often dictated by circumstances rather than a conscious decision. Episode notes and resources: How do you end? (This episode is part of Season 2 of Open + Curious. Early in 2024, Jesse Danger and I tried to explore conversation by creating a series of 7 episodes called Bringing Conversation Alive.) --- Helloš I'm Craig Constantine. You talk with others every day, but how often do you intentionally practice the art of conversation? By sharing my thoughts here, I hope to ignite your passion for creating great conversations. Open + CuriousĀ is about discovering what better means for your conversations. You can read, listen and discuss at, https://openandcurious.org/ I appreciate your time and attention, and I don't take it for granted. --- Thank you! My mission is creating better conversations to spread understanding and compassion. And Movers Mindset is one of the things I do in service of my mission. Drop by https://craigconstantine.com/ for my weekly email, my other podcasts, writing and more. https://ko-fi.com/craigconstantine ā If you like what Iām doing, please support meĀ via Ko-Fi. (I like Ko-Fi because they donāt take a slice from the money you contribute.) É
July 1, 2024
Once awakened
What role does dialogue play in fostering a sense of connection and transformation within individuals and communities? Can dialogue itself be more important than the decisions it leads to? "So then I have to ask myself, how do I have to be in the world so that I can create more moments like that for myself? And for others? And what [for] the spaces that I create? When I'm creating spaces for groups? Or when I'm entering into spaces that already exist for groups? What can I do to bring that feeling? ā¦that dialog? ā¦that awakeness?" ~ Jesse Danger (11:30) In this conversation, Craig and Jesse explore the concept of dialogue and its transformative power within communities. They begin by discussing a quote from the book "Dialogue" by Isaac, which suggests that once people experience genuine dialogue, they do not revert to superficial interactions. Episode notes and resources: Once awakened (This episode is part of Season 2 of Open + Curious. Early in 2024, Jesse Danger and I tried to explore conversation by creating a series of 7 episodes called Bringing Conversation Alive.) --- Helloš I'm Craig Constantine. You talk with others every day, but how often do you intentionally practice the art of conversation? By sharing my thoughts here, I hope to ignite your passion for creating great conversations. Open + CuriousĀ is about discovering what better means for your conversations. You can read, listen and discuss at, https://openandcurious.org/ I appreciate your time and attention, and I don't take it for granted. --- Thank you! My mission is creating better conversations to spread understanding and compassion. And Movers Mindset is one of the things I do in service of my mission. Drop by https://craigconstantine.com/ for my weekly email, my other podcasts, writing and more. https://ko-fi.com/craigconstantine ā If you like what Iām doing, please support meĀ via Ko-Fi. (I like Ko-Fi because they donāt take a slice from the money you contribute.) É
June 20, 2024
Depth versus aliveness
What defines a deep conversation, and how can one recognize or evaluate its depth? Is the depth of a conversation defined by content or the experience? "I feel like it only can be deep if it if it was deep for both of us. Like can you have a conversationā I guess anything's possible. [But,] does it seem realistic to have a conversation where one person thought it was deep? Because I'm saying to myself, yeah, obviously it's possible. But what happens if both people thought it was deep versus [only] one person thought it was deep?" ~ Craig Constantine (4:18) Craig Constantine and Jesse Danger explore the nature of deep conversations, focusing on the distinction between superficial and meaningful exchanges. Jesse begins by considering what makes a conversation real, emphasizing the unique contributions of each participant and the specific moment. Craig reflects on the term "deep" and questions whether it might sometimes be the wrong word, as some people avoid deep conversations due to discomfort. They both ponder if a deep conversation is characterized by newness or if it can occur without discussing novel topics. Episode notes and resources: Depth versus aliveness (This episode is part of Season 2 of Open + Curious. Early in 2024, Jesse Danger and I tried to explore conversation by creating a series of 7 episodes called Bringing Conversation Alive.) --- Helloš I'm Craig Constantine. You talk with others every day, but how often do you intentionally practice the art of conversation? By sharing my thoughts here, I hope to ignite your passion for creating great conversations. Open + CuriousĀ is about discovering what better means for your conversations. You can read, listen and discuss at, https://openandcurious.org/ I appreciate your time and attention, and I don't take it for granted. --- Thank you! My mission is creating better conversations to spread understanding and compassion. And Movers Mindset is one of the things I do in service of my mission. Drop by https://craigconstantine.com/ for my weekly email, my other podcasts, writing and more. https://ko-fi.com/craigconstantine ā If you like what Iām doing, please support meĀ via Ko-Fi. (I like Ko-Fi because they donāt take a slice from the money you contribute.) É
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