Here are some common communication exercises used in my office, with special attention paid to non-verbal gestures, physical sensations, and breathing. All meant to send clear messages, be heard, feel heard, and respond effectively. Can you say more about ___________? How was it for you that ___________? How do you feel about him/her? What do you mean when you say _____________? What's your gut feeling about __________? What do you think about ____________? What is really bothering you? What are you concerned they'll do? What was the most upsetting part of all that? What do you wish would have happened instead? I was hoping that___________. What would it feel like if __________? What is your internal state? How was this like ____________ [i.e. some similar thing] for you? Carlsbadcounseling@roadrunner.com