Hey Reader,

Have you ever caught yourself rehearsing an entire conversation in your head . . . and then never actually having it? Maybe you’ve been avoiding that chat with your partner, a friend, or your boss. You know you need to say something, but the words just won’t come. So you say nothing — and that awkward tension hangs in the air.

Or worse, have you found yourself talking to everyone else about a situation except for the ONE person you actually should be having it with?

Enter The One Sentence Strategy

Instead of aiming for the whole conversation, start with just one sentence. That’s all you have to do. One brave, honest sentence to break the ice.

Here’s what that could sound like:

• "Hey, I've been feeling a bit off lately . . can we talk?"
• "I really value our friendship, and I feel like there's something we need to clear up."
• "I'm not sure how to say this, but I’ve been feeling overwhelmed, and I need your help."

That one sentence doesn’t need to fix anything, it just needs to start the conversation.

Why It Works:

• Reduces Overwhelm: Starting small removes pressure.
• Opens the Door: Even if it’s awkward, you’ve planted the seed for a more honest conversation.
• Creates Momentum: One brave sentence often leads to the next, and before you know it, you’re halfway through the conversation you thought you could never have.

If you’ve been stuck in avoidance mode, ask yourself, "What’s one sentence I could say today?" And remember, if nothing changes then nothing changes.

You've got this,

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​Beth

P.s. I’d love to hear from you! What’s one conversation you’re ready to start? Hit reply and let me know.