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1 " Our conversations are fateful. What we think, say, and do influences every moment in our lives. "
― Cheri Torres , Conversations Worth Having: Using Appreciative Inquiry to Fuel Productive and Meaningful Engagement
2 " When we engage in conversations worth having, the telltale signs are energy, creativity, and positive emotions. "
3 " Conversations that value and connect people, uncover what is working, and stimulate images of the ideal future foster many of these emotions. "
4 " Appreciative Inquiry–based conversations invite meaningful engagement and often lead to action that gives us a sense of accomplishment. "
5 " The single most important way to start fostering conversations worth having is to tune in on a regular basis. "
6 " Simply altering the way in which you frame a situation and the questions you ask will change any interaction and the outcome. "
7 " Avoiding critical conversations does not mean we should avoid critical situations, mistakes, problems, or inappropriate behavior. "
8 " Our ability to listen deeply while engaging in conversation is an important aspect of tuning in and staying tuned in. "
9 " Appreciative conversations inspire belief in the possibility of a strong and loving relationship or a climate where people thrive. "
10 " With awareness, we can choose our words. We can decide how to respond, what to say and ask. "
