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The First Step to Improved Communication

Episode 125 of the Good Movement Draws Good Movement podcast, hosted by Terryn Drieling, titled "The First Step to Improved Communication" was published on March 10, 2026 and runs 12 minutes.

March 10, 2026 ·12m · Good Movement Draws Good Movement

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In today’s episode, I’m talking about the first step to improved communication. We often jump straight to “What do I say?” or “How do I say this better?” But we bypass the root of it all: self-awareness.

If we don’t understand how we’re wired, how our nervous system responds, and how our tone or energy is received, no amount of communication tools will truly “fix” it. Ultimately, improved and effective communication starts with US!

If you’re ready to go deeper into the Good Movement Framework with tools and practical support, I’d love to have you join me over on my private podcast, The Draw!

In this episode, I cover:

  1. Why communication “tools” can fail when the foundation is missing
  2. The mistake of focusing on what to say instead of self-awareness
  3. Why self-awareness is understanding your wiring, triggers & nervous system
  4. Why self-awareness ≠ self-centeredness
  5. How social awareness helps you notice body language, tone & energy
  6. Integrating both self + social awareness for grounded, effective communication
  7. Why respect and regulation matter more than total agreement
  8. Understanding that even with awareness, some hard decisions may still follow

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Find the complete show notes here: https://terryndrieling.com/improved-communication


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  5. Good Movement music by: Aaron Espe
  6. Podcast produced by: Jill Carr Podcasting

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