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How to Have Better Conversations | Ep. 14
Episode 14
Thursday, 20 November, 2025

SummaryIn this episode of Under One Roof, we dive deep into one of the most practical skills for everyday life: how to navigate conversations well. Whether in marriage, friendships, church community, or even business, the ability to have meaningful conversations is essential for relational depth.We explore why conversations matter, the posture of connection, the heart habits that help relationships grow, and several conversation killers we all need to avoid. You’ll learn practical principles for being present, asking better questions, drawing out people’s values, sensing social cues, and cultivating a Christlike posture of love that transforms the way we communicate.If you've ever thought, “I don’t know what to say,” this episode will equip you with clear tools to build stronger, richer, more connected relationships.Keywords:Christian relationshipsHow to have better conversationsChristian communicationConversation skillsHealthy relationshipsCommunication in marriageChristian discipleshipBuilding deeper friendshipsHow to connect with peopleRelational wisdomChristian podcastUnder One Roof PodcastSocial skills for ChristiansChapters00:00 – Welcome + Why Conversations Matter02:10 – Why We Often Say “I Don’t Know What to Say”05:30 – Conversations as the Glue of Relationships10:18 – Why Quality Conversation Deepens Connection14:40 – The Posture of Connection: Being Present & Interested20:15 – Talking vs. Connecting: How to Tell the Difference25:00 – Learning to Sense People & Read Social Cues31:22 – Becoming a Person Who Values Others’ Stories36:10 – Asking Better Questions (and the questions to avoid)40:45 – Conversation Killers: Oversharing, One-Upping, Self-Centeredness47:55 – Not Overwhelming Introverts & Knowing Your Role in Others’ Lives52:40 – Openness, Trust & The Ingredients of Relational Growth57:10 – How to Be Someone People Love Talking To1:02:00 – Final Thoughts & Practical TakeawaysHashtags #ChristianPodcast #ChristianRelationships #CommunicationSkills#HowToConnect #HealthyRelationships #ChristianLiving#Discipleship #ChristianMarriage #RelationshipAdvice#SocialSkills #ChristianCommunity #UnderOneRoofPodcast#FaithAndLife #GospelLiving #ChristCenteredLife