The Art of Difficult Conversations: Curiosity, Compassion, and the Mindful Pause with Lorrie Fair

Jun 17, 2025
1h 8m

Episode Description

Chuck Allen and Andrew Sheridan explore the emotional complexity of difficult conversations with guest Lorrie Fair—former U.S. national soccer player and current Chief Program Director at the Charlize Theron Africa Outreach Project. Together, they dive into the science of defensiveness, the impact of childhood conditioning, and the small yet powerful practice of taking a mindful pause. This candid conversation blends practical insights with human stories, offering a compassionate blueprint for improving how we connect and communicate at work.

 

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