Robert Poynton

Conversation is about more than communication. It’s how we connect with each other and make sense of the world – it’s an essential part of being human . So why do some conversations flow, while others are stilted and awkward? Can we make difficult conversations easier? Robert Poynton explores and celebrates the ‘everyday miracle’ that meets one of our deepest to connect with other people. He offers simple ways to hone our natural skills so that we overcome any anxiety and converse more skilfully and consciously. In Do Conversation , you • Discover that good conversation isn’t about being clever, witty or winning arguments • Learn to listen and hold space • Create the conditions for more fruitful conversations • Understand how a bit of simple structure can create new and different kinds of conversations The best conversations aren’t artificially controlled or planned, they are highly responsive and lead to new ideas, connections and meaning between those participating. A generative force that creates meaning and belonging. Let’s talk.

Machines are designed to run constantly; people aren’t. Our coping mechanisms are meditation apps, weekend breaks and annual holidays, but things soon revert. To prosper, we need a more sustainable approach ― an ability to pause. Do Pause looks at the importance of this subtle yet powerful idea to communication, creativity, relationships ― as well as our wellbeing and sanity. With practical tools to help you create new habits or make more significant lifestyle choices, you’ll discover ways o Reset and regenerate o Deepen your thinking and experiences o Take back control of your time o Reconnect with other people ― and yourself From taking a breath to taking a sabbatical, a pause can be many things. And the good news is, even just a small pause every now and again can make a real and lasting difference.