If you’ve ever felt misunderstood or found it hard to connect with others, you’re not alone. 🌿 Ellen P. used to struggle with communication until she discovered something powerful — it wasn’t about words or tone, but about the mind behind the words.
In this honest and inspiring testimonial, Ellen shares how meditation helped her remove the “thorns” in her mind — judgment, blame, and the feeling of always being right — that blocked genuine connection.
Now, with a more open and true mind, she finds it easy to communicate — and others are drawn to her calm, accepting presence. 💛
📝 How can you improve your communication skills?
By Ellen P.
Even when the exact same words are spoken, we may enjoy communicating with one person while feeling uncomfortable communicating with another.
Why is there such a difference?
Is it because of intelligence? The content of the words? The tone of voice?
In many cases, true communication comes down to the mind of the person speaking.
When someone listens without judgment, prejudice, or self-centered thoughts, communication naturally becomes easier and more comfortable. When you genuinely listen to others with an open mind, they also become more willing to listen to you.
I personally struggled with communication for a long time. Through meditation, however, I was finally able to understand the root cause within myself and discover a real solution.
As I reflected deeply on my mind, I began to clearly see how I had been treating others.
My mind was filled with judgmental and reproachful thoughts toward people, and deep down I constantly believed, “I am right.” Naturally, my words reflected those thoughts. Without realizing it, I often hurt other people’s feelings through the way I spoke.
Because I was trapped in a self-centered mindset, it was difficult to control my reactions and communication habits. Looking back, the mind I carried was like a thorn — sharp and hurtful. That is why communication with others often felt difficult and uncomfortable.
Through meditation, however, I was able to gradually remove those “thorns” from my mind.
The process of emptying the mind became the process of removing my inner sharpness, judgment, and self-centeredness.
As I continued discarding these negative minds, I naturally became less judgmental toward others. I became more accepting, understanding, and open-minded.
And as those burdens disappeared, my true mind — our original mind — gradually began to emerge.
Communication became much more natural and comfortable. I also noticed that people genuinely enjoyed talking with me and listening to me more.
When we interact with others from our true mind — our original nature — communication flows much more smoothly and sincerely.
One of the most effective ways to improve communication is to cleanse the mind of judgment, prejudice, blame, rigid perspectives, and the constant belief that “I am right.”
Even children can sense the kind of mind behind someone’s words.
That is why cleansing the mind is such an important process for everyone.
If you would like to learn more about how to improve communication and relationships by clearing the mind, we invite you to try this meditation. 🌱
