Something wonderful happens when diplomats and those living the diplomatic life get together. We are with people who understand; we are with people who get what this life is like. Without too much effort, stories of successes, near misses and disasters are shared. \n\nThis episode of The Lonely Diplomat podcast looks at these stories and how they\u2019re a valuable source of connection but can also evolve into competitive stories where we \u2018one-up\u2019 each other with our tales.\n\nWhat happens when someone says something that could indicate that they\u2019re not OK? What if their courage and bravery in admitting that they may be struggling \u2013 albeit subtly \u2013 is lost in a round of competitive storytelling? \n\nWhat if the only people who really understand and can help us aren\u2019t listening? \n \nLinks:\n\nBlog post: https://bit.ly/2KB7JEw \nWebsite: www.thelonelydiplomat.com \nPlease, support my work: www.thelonelydiplomat.com/support \nThe Lounge: www.thelonelydiplomat.com/thelounge\nStay connected with me and my work: www.thelonelydiplomat.com/subscribe \nContact me: admin@thelonelydiplomat.com