There are three important considerations to bring to speech so that we approach our communications as consciously as possible.

 

They are:

• Intentions

• Attitudes

• Tone of voice

 

Communication flows two ways. Mindfulness practice includes the capacity to listen to another and inwardly, as well. We take deep interest in our intentions and motivations for speaking, as well as take notice of the intentions of another or others. Communication requires interest in what another(s) and yourself need to understand or to change.