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Sep 2024
17m 19s

How To Respond To "Bare Minimum" Texting...

MATTHEW HUSSEY
About this episode

Ever found yourself sitting with your friends trying to "decode" what someone's texts mean, especially when they seem to be giving the bare minimum? And should you respond with the same aloof behavior?  Today’s video will give you some simple techniques for clear communication, show you how to model the behavior you want to see, and give you the confidence to set your standards so you're not waiting around for someone to put in more effort. 


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