Need a Timeout? How to De-Escalate Conversations Before They Blow Up

Dancing in the Discomfort Zone with Anne Bonney

Ever been in a conversation where the heat rises... fast? 🥵 In this episode of Dancing in the Discomfort Zone, Anne Bonney (https://YourChangeSpeaker.com) breaks down the power of taking a strategic timeout when emotions start to hijack a productive dialogue.

Whether it’s a tense team meeting, a tough feedback session, or a workplace conflict headed off the rails, knowing when (and how) to hit pause can be the difference between a meltdown and a breakthrough.

🎙️ You'll learn:
✔️ Why a well-timed pause is a pro move, not a cop-out
✔️ How to recognize the signs that it’s time to take a breather
✔️ What to say in the moment to preserve respect and keep the conversation on track

Tune in and get better at conflict without blowing your cool.

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Anne Bonney, CSP®, was born to talk—just ask any of her childhood teachers who wrote "talks too much" on her report cards! Now, she’s turned that chatter into a powerhouse career, jet-setting around the globe to help overwhelmed professionals build resilience in the discomfort of change. A dynamic keynote speaker, energizing conference Emcee, two-time author, and host of the hit podcast Dancing in the Discomfort Zone, Anne lights up both virtual and in-person stages with her high-energy, relatable style. After 20 years of crushing it in corporate and nonprofit leadership positions, she now uses her hard-earned experience and fiery passion to ignite YOUR courage to build resilience in change and challenges, tackle tough conversations, and lead with emotional intelligence.