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A recent study by Vlad Chituc, a doctoral student in psychology at Yale, found that people tend to dislike vegans because they give the impression of thinking that they are morally superior. Vegans can defuse this reaction, however, if they say they are avoiding animal products for health reasons rather than ethical ones. So next time the subject comes up with a new acquaintance, try emphasizing this aspect of your diet, at least to begin with.
**Communicating Effectively**
- Be crisp
- Be concise
- Be clear on your audience's needs
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Matt Abrahams
The best way to navigate the most challenging communication situations we face is to be crisp, concise, and clear on the needs of our audience.
178. Navigating Chaos and Uncertainty: The Power of Transparency and Empathy
Think Fast Talk Smart: Communication Techniques
So our first step in improving our outcomes is to train ourselves to identify the moments when judgment is called for in the first place, and pause to create space to think clearly. This training takes a lot of time and effort, because it involves counterbalancing our hardwired biological defaults evolved over many centuries. But mastery over the ordinary moments that make the future easier or harder is not only possible, it’s the critical ingredient to success and achieving your long-term goals.
Clear Thinking
Shane Parrish
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