Why 90% of Arguments Start With Bad Listening | Julie Nise

Live the Width of Your Life · Aug 21, 2026 · 33m

How often have you walked away from a conversation feeling misunderstood, even though you were sure you explained yourself clearly?

I've found that many of us assume communication is simply about expressing our thoughts. But what if the real measure of communication isn't what we say, but what the other person actually hears?

Whether it's with a partner, a colleague, a friend, or a family member, so many of our misunderstandings begin not with bad intentions, but with poor listening, assumptions, and habits we've never questioned.

In this episode, I sit down with communication expert and…