Slow Speech
The slower I go, the faster I grow.
One sure sign of my workaholism is when I speak rapidly. I know my adrenaline is in full flow. I am not really speaking to connect with someone but to make sure I'm heard. I'm afraid if I slow down, others will stop listening.
One of my bottom lines has become speaking slowly. My communication then becomes an experience of being in mindful relationship with the listeners rather than a mad dash to get everything said.
Slow speech also tends to slow my breathing and my heartbeat, leaving me relaxed.
I speak in an easy rhythm, with no rush.
