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Curiosity Over Clapbacks: How to Navigate Spicy Conversations with Abigail Arnold

Zulean Cruz-Diaz with Z Conecta Episode 22

Amigui, have you ever been in a conversation where you feel your whole body say, “¡Ay no! They are COMPLETELY wrong,” and all you wanted to do was clap back? This one’s for you. 

What if curiosity—not being right—was the real key to managing these conversations? I know, I know, hear me out. Today, I’m sitting down with Abigail Arnold, an attorney who’s learned how to stay curious even when conversations get gut-wrenchingly spicy.

We’re talking:
 ✔️ How to keep calm when you feel defensive
 ✔️ Why curiosity beats “winning” every time
 ✔️ Abby’s go-to phrases for tense moments

If you’ve ever thought, “How do I NOT make this worse?”—this one’s for you. Dale, hit play.


Links as promised:

✨Why do conversations go sideways? 👉 Read: The Ancient Art of Thinking for Yourself by Robin Reames

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