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Meaningful social connection does not always come naturally. And during the pandemic, it has been extra challenging to learn how to connect while at a distance. AJ Harbinger offers strategies to relate in deeper ways, on and off the screen. Many of us have felt isolated during the pandemic, and yet, it\u2019s anxiety-provoking to re-open again! In this episode of Psychologists Off the Clock, Diana and AJ Harbinger, co-founder of The Art of Charm, Inc, provide expert insights on connecting with people through vulnerable, authentic conversation. Together they discuss the importance of sitting with silence, how to let your values guide your behavior in relationships, and much, much more. Take some pressure off yourself, step into a more meaningful connection, and listen to this episode today!\n\n\n\nListen and Learn:\n\n\n\nDiana and Debbie apply AJ\u2019s wisdom to reopening and reconnecting with people after the pandemic\xa0Practical advice for building more comfortable, relaxed connections with others\xa0How to captivate people using conversational skillsRules, recommendations, and practical tips for being a more captivating presenter on non-traditional presentation platforms (looking at you, Zoom!)AJ\u2019s ultimate tips and tricks for getting your audience to remember your materialHow to engage in meaningful connection with people onlineWhat it means to \u2018filter people\u2019 in or out\xa0How to use emotion as a way to connectAJ\u2019s personal background with connecting to people and the history behind how his values guided him to this point in his careerPractical advice from the current AJ to the past AJ (and for all of us struggling with major decisions)About John Gottman\u2019s work and how it has influenced AJThe four horsemen of relationships and how they might be impacting your relationships with others and with yourselfThree types of captivating questions that can help you explore another person more meaningfullyWhy it\u2019s so important to sit with awkward silencesSome emotional avoidance strategies that can be problematic in building meaningful connectionHow AJ implements these strategies with his teamOn a scale from 0-10 how awesome is Michael HeroldAJ\u2019s answers to all of your questions including ones about tone and conflict in relationships, mirroring as a communication tool, and much more!\n\n\n\nResources:\n\n\n\nCheck out AJ\u2019s podcast, The Art of Charm on iTunes or Google PodastsMore information on John Gottman and The Gottman Institute\xa0Make sure to take a listen to The Art of Charm\u2019s episode with our very own, Jill Stoddard, and their episode with Michael Herold on making deeper connections as well\xa0Pre-order your copy of ACT Daily Journal today!Sign up for Diana and Debbie\u2019s webinar with Praxis Continuing EducationJoin Diana\u2019s April events to help you bring ACT into your daily life\n\n\n\nAbout AJ Harbinger:\n\n\n\nAJ Harbinger\n\n\n\nAJ Harbinger is a relationship expert, podcaster, public speaker, Fortune 100 executive consultant, and co-Founder of The Art of Charm, Inc. Over the last 13 years, AJ has trained thousands of people on how to unlock and channel their inner charisma to effortlessly connect with others, and harness the power and opportunities that come with building high-value relationships.\n\n\n\nRelated Episodes:\n\n\n\nEpisode 173. Confidence, Self-Doubt, and Overcoming Limitations with Michael HeroldEpisode 32. Social Connection: Exploring Loneliness and Building Intimacy with Debbie and Diana\xa0Episode 168. Everyday Conversations: How Conversational Style Impacts Relationships with Deborah Tannen\xa0Episode 180. Choosing to Live Your Values with Benji Schoendorff\xa0\xa0\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices