“The one who decides who goes ahead has the upper hand, regardless of who gets to go. This is why many women do not feel empowered by such privileges as having doors held open for them. The advantage of going first through the door is less salient to them than the disadvantage of being granted the right to walk through a door by someone who is framed, by his magnanimous gesture, as the arbiter of the right-of-way.”
Quote by Deborah Tannen
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That's Not What I Meant!: How Conversational Style Makes or Breaks Relationships
Examining the intricacies of everyday conversation, the book delves into how different conversational styles can either strengthen or damage personal and professional relationships. It provides practical advice for improving communication and fostering better understanding between individuals. more
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Deborah Tannen
Deborah Tannen, born on June 7, 1945, is an accomplished American linguist and professor. Her research focuses on the relationship between gender and language, particularly the differences in communication between men and women. Tannen's book 'You Just Don't Understand: Women and Men in Conversation' has become a bestseller, profoundly impacting the public's understanding of gender communication differences. more
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