In this episode of Communicate Great, host Traci Poe sits down with therapist and social worker Ken Hyra, who brings 25 years of experience helping couples and individuals navigate communication breakdowns. Together, they explore why conversations don’t fail because of words alone—but because of how those words are interpreted through past experiences, emotional triggers, and the nervous system.
From dishwasher-loading arguments to facial expressions, interruptions, and unspoken assumptions, this conversation reveals how seemingly minor moments activate old patterns that lead to defensiveness, shutdown, or escalation. Ken explains why communication is a practice, not a talent—and why becoming curious instead of reactive can completely change the direction of a relationship.
Get in touch with Ken:
Psychology Today: https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/therapists/ken-hyra-chatham-on/1068868
Skool: https://www.skool.com/the-cothera-communication-lab-3063
Substack: https://substack.com/@kenrsw
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kenhyra/
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