Ep 30 | Why they didn't hear what you meant to say

Have you ever left a conversation thinking, "How did we end up here?" You were clear. You had good intentions. But somehow… the other person didn't 'get it'. In this episode of The Brain Changers Podcast, we explore one of the biggest barriers to meaningful communication - the brain's filtering system. What you'll learn from this episode: ✅ Why people don't always hear what you actually said ✅ How your brain's Reticular Activating System (RAS) decides what's important ✅ The role of Representational Systems (visual, auditory, kinaesthetic, auditory digital) in how we speak and process ✅ How to build real rapport by tuning in to someone's sensory language ✅ A simple exercise to instantly improve connection and reduce miscommunication Whether you're navigating a tricky conversation at home, in the office, or with a client, this episode will help you understand the invisible filters that scramble messages, and how to speak in a way that truly lands. It's not about intention, it's about translation. Timestamps 00:00 – Teaser: "How did we end up here?" 01:10 – Welcome and the power of meaningful communication 03:45 – Why we don't respond to the world as it is 06:20 – What is the Reticular Activating System (RAS) and how it filters information 09:30 – Introduction to Representational Systems 12:10 – Examples of sensory language in real life 14:00 – Why most communication breakdowns are unconscious 15:40 – How tuning in creates rapport and psychological safety 18:00 – A practical tip 20:00 – Recap and takeaway for the week 21:30 – What's coming next Links and resources Book a Connection Call with Rebekah to find out how coaching can help you https://bit.ly/connect-with-moonbeam Connect with Us https://moonbeammonday.com.au https://www.instagram.com/moonbeammonday/ https://www.facebook.com/moonbeammonday https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebekah-king00/ http://www.youtube.com/@moonbeammondaytrainingcoac4696 Check out these FREE resources https://www.moonbeammonday.com.au/resources Join us every fortnight Tune in every fortnight as we delve into fascinating topics about the mind and the brain, because when you change your mind, you change your life. Subscribe and leave a review If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to the show so you never miss an episode and leave a review to help others find and enjoy our content.