Unlock the Secret Social Skills That Make Everyone Hang on Your Every Word—Backed by Psychology!
Silence can serve many purposes. It can give you time to gather your thoughts, allow others to process what you’ve just said, or simply create a comfortable space for reflection and introspection.
Imagine you’re in a heated debate. Instead of escalating the situation with a quick retort, you choose to pause and remain silent for a moment.
This unexpected break can diffuse tension and make the other person more receptive to your perspective when you finally speak.
In essence, strategic silence is about using silence as a conscious choice rather than a default response when you don’t know what to say.
