The Power of Words: Pausing Before we Judge
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David LeBlanc explores the power of language and the importance of pausing before judgment.
🪞 Episode Summary What happens in that moment after someone says something that hits you wrong? Before the judgment, before the reaction—there’s a pause. And in that pause lies the possibility for understanding. In this episode of Space to Lead , David LeBlanc explores the power of language, how certain words—like “sissy” —carry history and emotion, and how our reactions often reveal as much about us as they do about the word itself. This is a conversation about words as both weapons and bridges, about sensitivity and awareness, and about the practice of pausing before we decide what’s right, wrong, or off-limits. In This Episode The story behind why a single word in a previous episode stayed with David How language carries history, identity, and emotion The psychology of reaction—what’s happening in your body when a word triggers you How to pause and reflect before judgment Why curiosity, not censorship, builds understanding What leaders, coaches, and teams can learn about communication through awareness of language Key Takeaways Words are never neutral—they live in relationship and context. Our reactions are often shaped by memory, identity, and experience. The pause between…
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