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Words Aren't Always What They Mean

University of Chicago — James W. Pennebaker (2014) · May 23, 1:51 PM

“Common wisdom can lie right to your face.”

I used to think I was a master of digital communication. I’d craft emails with what I thought was perfect clarity, only…

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The human truth: our words often betray our intentions without the guiding melody of our voices.

#psychology #language #communication

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A Test of Trust and Love

Emma & Liam · Couple · 38 messages · May 22, 10:28 AM

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1 / 5

Emma

Hey, did you see those messages on our phone?

Liam

Yeah, kind of hard to miss. What do you think?

Emma

A little surprising. Wasn't expecting to find that.

Liam

Same here. But I trust what we have.

Emma

Me too. It's just that it made me think.

Liam

Think about what?

Emma

About us. How much we've grown together.

Liam

Honestly, I'm glad you brought it up.

2 / 5

Emma

Why's that?

Liam

Because I want us to be open, no secrets.

Emma

Agreed. It's refreshing to talk like this.

Liam

Yeah, it is. Do you feel the same way about us?

Emma

Absolutely. You're my favorite person.

Liam

And you're mine. Always have been.

Emma

Thanks for being so sweet, Liam.

Liam

Anytime. So, what about the messages?

3 / 5

Emma

I think they were just a test.

Liam

A test? How so?

Emma

I wanted to see if we'd talk about it openly.

Liam

Wow, you got me there!

Emma

Surprise! I just really value our communication.

Liam

And I appreciate that about you.

Emma

So, did I pass your test?

Liam

With flying colors. You're amazing.

4 / 5

Emma

Couldn't have done it without you.

Liam

Teamwork, right?

Emma

Definitely. Love you, Liam.

Liam

Love you too, Emma. Always.

Emma

Let's keep our communication strong.

Liam

For sure. This was a good chat.

Emma

Agreed. More like this in the future?

Liam

Absolutely. You can count on it.

5 / 5

Emma

I'm glad. It's nice to know we're on the same page.

Liam

Always have been, always will be.

Emma

You're the best, really.

Liam

Only because I have you by my side.

Emma

Here's to us, Liam.

Liam

Here's to us, Emma.

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#romance #trust #communication

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