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Best Argument Responses: Top 3 Ways to Stay Calm and Assertive

Ever find yourself in an argument where the other person gets defensive, no matter what you say?

Jefferson Fisherhost
Sep 17, 202413mWatch on YouTube ↗

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EPISODE INFO

Released
September 17, 2024
Duration
13m
Channel
The Jefferson Fisher Podcast
Watch on YouTube
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EPISODE DESCRIPTION

Ever find yourself in an argument where the other person gets defensive, no matter what you say? In this episode, I’m sharing 3 easy phrases that can help you calm things down and handle defensive behavior—even when tensions are high. Plus, I’ll show you how small changes in your approach can turn defensive reactions into productive discussions. These strategies will help you manage conflict, defuse defensiveness, and stay in control of any tough conversation. Listen and Follow on Spotify https://bit.ly/TJFP-Spotify Listen and Follow on Apple Podcasts https://bit.ly/JFP-Apple Pre-order my new book: http://www.thenextconversation.com Subscribe to my newsletter: https://www.jeffersonfisher.com/newsletter Follow me on ⁠Instagram⁠: https://www.instagram.com/jefferson_fisher Follow me on ⁠LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffersonfisher/ Follow me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@justaskjefferson Follow me on X/Twitter: https://x.com/jefferson_fishr

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  • Jefferson Fisher

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    Host of the Jefferson Fisher Podcast focused on practical communication and conversation skills.

EPISODE SUMMARY

In this episode of The Jefferson Fisher Podcast, featuring Jefferson Fisher, Best Argument Responses: Top 3 Ways to Stay Calm and Assertive explores Three calming phrases that prevent defensiveness and keep conversations productive Fisher teaches three go-to phrases—stating what you agree with, what you’ve learned, and what’s been helpful—to quickly lower emotional temperature in tense conversations.

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