Honest Direct Respectful: Three Simple Words That Will Change Your Life Is your communication style effective? Do you communicate in a way that is Honest Direct and Respectful? “Honest Direct Respectful: Three Simple Words That Will Change Your Life” is a small book that packs a big punch. Providing an analysis of the passive – reactive communication continuum, Dennis D. Adams guides the reader through an analysis of their communication style and the implications that their style may have on the many facets of their life. The book begins with a description of both passive (quiet and reticent/ unresponsive) and reactive (loud and aggressive or demanding and “in your face”) and provides examples of how people on the passive and reactive sides of the continuum think. It then follows with a short quiz to test where on the continuum your communication style lies. Adams then provides examples from his own experience, and the experience of others, to further define passive versus reactive communicators. If you see yourself in both the passive and reactive styles it’s possible you’re a TOP – Ticked-Off Passive. This occurs when people are passive so long, they are now angry at the world and react in a reactive way, but then feel bad about it (a reaction true reactive types do not experience). The most effective communication style exists in the middle of the continuum, where communication is not confrontational, and it is not avoidance. It is truthful and it is executed in an Honest Direct Respectful manner. “Honest Direct Respectful” provides a simple and effective model for successful communication. The ability to communicate effectively has vast implications on your success both personally and professionally. I would highly recommend this resource book for everyone; even those that are not extreme passive or reactive communicators will find value in the suggestions in this book. |
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