Communication skills are priceless to cultivate. These skills can include listening, thinking before we speak, seeking to understand before we try to be understood, body language, facial expression, tone, and word choice. Go to one of your best friends or classmates and ask them for feedback because you want to learn how to communicate better as a person. Don't interrupt them, and don't defend or explain yourself. Simply listen and write down what they say.

Ask your friend two of the questions below:

From your perspective, how can I become a better communicator?

From your opinion, am I a good listener? How can I be better at listening?

From your perspective, are my facial expressions and body language reflecting my mood, or do they tell a different story?

From your opinion, do I have respectful tones and healthy word choices? How can I get better at this?

Write down the answers, reflect on them, and share them below: