In our last post, we explored how the Johari Window helps overcome limiting beliefs. Today, we’ll continue the series by looking at another critical application: improving communication skills with Johari Window communication techniques.
Communication is more than the words we speak—it’s how our intentions are received and understood by others. The Johari Window shows that communication breaks down when our Blind Spots and Hidden Areas get in the way.
The Johari Window and Communication
- Blind Spots Create Misunderstandings – You may think you’re being clear, but others see behaviors or tones you don’t recognize.
- Hidden Areas Cause Confusion – Holding back thoughts, emotions, or motives makes it harder for others to understand your true meaning.
- The Open Area Expands Clarity – The more aligned your intentions and expressions are, the more effective your communication becomes.
Practical Ways to Improve Communication
- Seek Feedback on How You Communicate – Ask, “Did what I said come across the way I intended?”
- Be Open About Your Intentions – Don’t leave people guessing—share the “why” behind your words.
- Observe Reactions – Pay attention to body language and tone to see if your message matches your intent.
- Practice Active Listening – Communication is a two-way street—listen as much as you speak.
Tools to Support Clear Communication
Improving communication requires clarity and discipline—the same strengths supported by these resources:
- Simpleology: https://snip.ly/Simpleology101 – A system to clarify your goals and keep your communication aligned with purpose.
- The Dark Side of Discipline: https://amzn.to/3Hmre2e – A reminder that discipline isn’t just about action—it’s about consistency in how you show up, speak, and lead.
Final Thoughts
The Johari Window reveals that communication improves when you reduce Blind Spots through feedback and Hidden Areas through openness. The result is more effective conversations, stronger trust, and fewer misunderstandings.
When your words, actions, and intentions align, you communicate with power.
Call to Action:
This week, ask one person close to you: “How do I come across when I communicate?” Listen to their feedback and use it to improve the clarity of your message.
