How to Stop Fighting to Be Right and Start Connecting for Real
by Jermaine A. Pusey
Are your conversations turning into battles instead of bridges?
You talk. They talk. But somehow, neither of you really hear each other. The frustration builds, the walls go up, and connection feels impossible.
In Communication Is Not a Competition, Jermaine A. Pusey shows you how to stop fighting to be right and start connecting for real. This isn’t another dry communication guide — it’s a relatable, emotionally intelligent playbook built from real-life stories, practical tools, and transformative strategies you can use right now.
Inside, you’ll discover how to:
Break free from emotional triggers that derail conversations
Listen in a way that makes people feel safe to open up
Repair trust after conflict instead of repeating the same arguments
Set boundaries that protect your peace and your relationships
Transform “talking in circles” into productive, honest dialogue
With over 25% of the book in dialogue form, you’ll feel like you’re right there in the moment — learning exactly how to respond when conversations get tense. Every chapter blends storytelling, reflection, and actionable steps so you can create connections that last.
Whether you want to improve your marriage, deepen friendships, lead with empathy, or simply be heard without shouting, this book will show you the way.
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Stop competing. Start connecting. The conversations you want are waiting for you.
Author, speaker, and communication coach helping readers master emotional intelligence, build better relationships, and turn conversations into lasting connections.
Jermaine A. Pusey is a bestselling author, speaker, and communication strategist known for teaching practical, emotionally intelligent ways to improve relationships at home, work, and in life. His flagship book, Communication Is Not a Competition: How to Stop Fighting to Be Right and Start Connecting for Real, equips readers with proven techniques for conflict resolution, active listening, and creating authentic connections. Drawing on years of research, real-world case studies, and engaging storytelling, Jermaine’s work empowers readers to break toxic communication patterns, master self-awareness, and speak so they are heard without conflict. His catalog also includes children’s social-emotional learning books and guided journals designed to help families and individuals practice empathy, emotional regulation, and resilience. This official Jermaine Pusey bookstore is the only place to purchase signed copies, exclusive special editions, and bonus resources like conversation worksheets and relationship-building tools. Whether you’re searching for a communication skills book, an emotional intelligence guide, or children’s SEL resources, you’ll find them here — direct from the author, with worldwide shipping.
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