Why Conversations Break Down — Restore Understanding in Any Situation

Tue Feb 03 2026 at 03:00 pm to 04:30 pm UTC-05:00

1424 16th St NW | Washington

The Founding Church of Scientology
Publisher/HostThe Founding Church of Scientology
Why Conversations Break Down \u2014 Restore Understanding in Any Situation
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Most communication problems aren’t about what you say, but how understanding breaks down. Learn how to improve clarity and communication.
About this Event

This is a live, in-person workshop — not a lecture.
Communication is a core skill in professional, social, and everyday interactions. When communication breaks down, misunderstandings increase, productivity drops, and conversations become harder than they need to be.
This workshop explores common reasons communication fails and introduces practical ways to improve clarity, presence, and understanding in real conversations.



In this workshop, participants will:
  • Learn why conversations often break down despite good intentions
  • Understand the conditions that support clear communication
  • Explore how attention and presence affect interaction quality
  • Practice observing and improving communication in real time

This is a live, interactive session that includes short explanations and guided exercises.
Participants will:
  • Explore a simple framework for understanding communication
  • Observe how communication changes before words matter
  • Participate in structured, low-pressure activities

No scripts, role-playing, or memorization required.
Strong communication supports better collaboration, clearer expectations, and more productive interactions.
When communication improves:
  • Conversations stay clearer
  • Misunderstandings are resolved faster
  • Interactions become more effective

This workshop focuses on foundational communication skills that apply across work, relationships, and everyday life.
This is not:
  • A motivational talk
  • A therapy or counseling session
  • A communication “hack” or script-based class

This is a skills-focused, educational workshop.
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

1424 16th St NW, 1424 16th Street Northwest, Washington, United States

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