You’re stuck in a conversation that you wish you could escape.
Maybe it’s office gossip, someone oversharing, or a topic that doesn’t interest you.
But you’re not sure how to get out without seeming rude.
In this episode, I’m sharing my top 3 strategies to exit unwanted conversations—without being rude.
You'll learn how to calmly disengage, acknowledge ... Show More
Yesterday
How to Shut Down Someone Trying to Provoke You
Some conversations test your patience. Others test your character. In this call-in episode, I answer your questions about staying calm when emotions run high, setting boundaries with the people you love, handling conflict with confidence, and responding without losing yourself. H ... Show More
28m 43s
Sep 11
Finance Expert: How You Talk About Money Matters Ft. Vivian Tu
Money might be one of the hardest conversations we avoid having. In this episode, I sit down with money expert Vivian Tu to talk about why money feels so uncomfortable, how the way we grew up shapes our financial habits, and how to have better conversations about money with your ... Show More
54m 49s
Sep 9
3 Ways To Avoid Manipulators
Manipulation works when someone convinces you that their reaction is your responsibility. In this episode, I break down how to recognize manipulative behavior, why it can be hardest to see in the people closest to you, and what to do when someone uses guilt, pressure, fear, or ob ... Show More
19m 32s
Oct 2025
How to Handle Hard Conversations Without Shutting Down
When conversations get uncomfortable, it’s easy to check out, deflect, or shut down. In this episode, Dora reflects on learning to “stay” in safe but difficult moments and offers mindful practices—like pausing, breathing, and naming what’s true — to stay grounded and connected. L ... Show More
4m 55s
Feb 2016
The Most Attractive Way to Initiate (and Exit) a Conversation
When you’re out socially, one of the worst feelings is to be approached and feel like you’re “trapped” in a conversation. Today, I have some great tips, both for body language and what you can actually say, to gracefully enter and politely exit a conversation. I’ll even share a t ... Show More
6m 13s
Feb 2024
Ep 37 How to Interrupt Conversations Confidently and Respectfully in English
<p>Interrupting a conversation can feel tricky, especially in a professional setting. </p>
<p>In this episode, we’ll cover strategies for interrupting politely and professionally in English, whether in meetings, presentations, or casual work conversations. </p>
<p>Learn key phras ... Show More
25m 5s
May 2025
How to Get What You Want Every Time: 3 Steps to Negotiate Anything With Anyone
<p>Right now, there’s something you want. </p><p>Maybe you need help at home, more support from your partner, or it’s time to set a boundary at work. </p><p>But you’re avoiding the conversation. Why? Because it feels hard. You don’t want conflict, you don’t want to upset anyone, ... Show More
1h 24m