Ep. 174: What to Say When You Don't Know What to Say

There’s a lot going on in the world. We want to make a difference and to speak out, but finding the right thing to say feels impossible. Staying silent isn’t always the right answer, but what do you say when you just don’t know what to say? In this episode, Danny discusses how to open up conversations about difficult subjects, and how we can still show up for others when fear comes creeping in.   Not knowing what to say [1:11] Coming across as not caring during a time of crisis [3:42] Push past fear to be there for others [7:18] Acknowledging the emotion, and empathize [8:03] Tell people when you don’t have the words [9:39] Ask questions and listen to understand [10:34] Encourage, but don’t invalidate [13:11] Sensitivity, not silence [15:44] You can’t ignore other people’s suffering [18:18]   Go to noissue.co and use “thebestlife” at checkout for all your branded packaging needs!   Visit cbdforlife.us and use code ‘thebestlife’ at checkout for 20% off all products   Use code ‘thebestlife’ at beekeepersnaturals.com for 15% off all of their natural remedies   You can also get 20% OFF Organifi products at organifi.com using code ‘thebestlife’   Don’t forget to leave us a review and subscribe so you never have to miss an episode! Comments and questions can also be sent to [email protected], and you can head to thebestlifepodcast.com to join our Facebook Group.   FOLLOW US ON IG: @TheBestLifePodcast FOLLOW JILL: @jillfit FOLLOW DANNY J: @dannyjdotcom   You can also follow us on Facebook @Jill Coleman @Danny-JAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy