What we talk about with others defines the relationship: “The conversation is the relationship.”[1] Does this ring true for you?

How we show up in our exchanges determines whether some sort of kinship develops or continues to grow. “Showing Up” means demonstrating a willingness to be honest, kind, and authentic with whomever you share your space.

Admittedly being honest takes more courage that we’re willing to admit. It’s not easy to shed our masks. Shying away from difficult conversations is often an act of self-preservation. Yet, when we can be true to ourselves, there’s a sense of relief and life becomes easier and happier.

A Table In Time connects people with their best selves and to others. We create the conversational framework and facilitate the conversations that no one is having but need to happen. We bridge communities, departments, neighborhoods. We believe relationships deepen and thrive through thoughtful conversation.

As we start off a new year, consider your relationships, all of them. What do conversations feel like? With your manager or direct reports? Co-workers? Friends? Family?

Commit to conversing authentically in 2017. A Table In Time will help you on this journey.

#YearOfConversation2017 #trust #courage #difficultconversations #knowyourself #positivity #goodness

[1] David Whyte, The Three Marriages; Reimagining Work, Self and Relationship; 2009.