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Author: Tony
Born and raised in Malaysia between Kuala Lumpur and Singapore. Educated at Wycliffe College in Stonehouse, Gloucestershire, England. Living in the foothills of Mount Etna since 1982 and teaching English at Catania University since 1987. View all posts by Tony
Lack of communication causes misunderstanding and aftermaths. Conversation is the remedy if held correctly. Thousands of years ago, Cicero, in Rome, suggested some rules for an effective conversation.
Cicero: speak clearly; speak easily but not too much, especially when others want their turn; do not interrupt; be courteous; deal seriously with serious matters and gracefully with lighter ones; stick to subjects of general interest; do not talk about yourself; and, above all, never lose your temper.
Probably only two cardinal rules were lacking from Cicero’s list: remember people’s names, and be a good listener.
Very enlightening, Giuseppe, and still very valid today I would say. Unfortunately, very often people are only listening, waiting, for a gap in the conversation in which to put forward their own view.
Thank you! 😀
I agree totally with your comment, Tony. I experience it every day with my wife!!!
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