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Compassionate Inquiry: What it is and how to practice it

Published 25 days ago • 2 min read

Have you ever asked someone a simple question like, “Why did you do that?” only to watch their heart close and their defenses rise? In that moment, what could have been a bridge to deeper connection becomes a wall of separation.

In this week's article, “Compassionate Inquiry: Transforming Relationships One Question at a Time,” I share how the questions we ask can either wound or heal. Drawing from my transformative experiences in South Africa and the profound wisdom of Dr. Gabor Maté's work, I reveal how small shifts in the way we inquire can create sacred spaces where truth and healing naturally emerge.

You'll discover:

  • The hidden power of heart-opening questions that bypass defenses
  • How to transform even the most challenging conversations into moments of deep connection
  • Practical examples for healing conversations in relationships, parenting, and supporting loved ones through addiction and depression
  • Five essential steps to master the art of asking questions that touch hearts and transform lives

Whether you're longing to deepen your intimate relationships or called to support others through life's challenges, this article offers guidance for asking questions that create safety instead of shame, connection instead of separation.

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Compassionate Inquiry: Transforming Relationships One Question at a Time

Discover how small shifts in the way you ask questions can transform challenging conversations into opportunities for deeper connection and healing. Through practical examples, learn how to create safe spaces where authentic communication naturally flows.

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The Feeling Heart

Gabriel Gonsalves

Gabriel Gonsalves is a Heart Leadership & Mastery Coach, spiritual teacher, and artist dedicated to helping people awaken their hearts, live authentically, and lead with purpose and joy.

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