What are the three stages of speaking to other people? If you're speaking to a close friend or out at a social gathering, without even realizing it you might find yourself to be the only one talking. Sure, you might have a lot to say if it's been a long time since you've seen your friends, but you also might be someone who simply talks way too much.Once you've gotten on a roll, you may try to talk louder (or faster) if someone else tries to chime in or come up with handfuls of follow-up topics that leave little room for someone else to contribute to the conversation.What are the three stages of speaking to other people?The first stage is when the information on the topic is most relevant, and you're able to stay on task. In this stage, you might notice how good it feels to find relief in speaking. In the second stage, you might feel so good speaking that don't notice others are losing interest. In the third stage, you lose track of what you were talking about, and you go on a tangent speaking about something else in an effort to gain renewed interest from the other person.What is the traffic light rule you should follow when speaking to other people?Mark Goulston, MD, discusses the traffic light rule and how to know if you talk too much.
