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Reflection for connection: Deepening dialogue through reflective processes
Author(s) -
Stains Robert R.
Publication year - 2012
Publication title -
conflict resolution quarterly
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.323
H-Index - 21
eISSN - 1541-1508
pISSN - 1536-5581
DOI - 10.1002/crq.21053
Subject(s) - connection (principal bundle) , active listening , reflection (computer programming) , politeness , constructive , social psychology , psychology , sociology , communication , aesthetics , computer science , linguistics , process (computing) , engineering , art , philosophy , structural engineering , programming language , operating system
Abstract The level of exchange in dialogue can vary from polite discussion of a topic to deep engagement with a defined “other” characterized by exquisite listening, honest speaking, and empathic connection. This article describes processes for self‐reflection that can help dialogue participants resist social and cultural pressures to polarize, step back from damaging communication patterns, develop greater insight, and expand their capacity for constructive communication.