In this episode we’ll learn signs we’re engaging in impression management and the consequences of this behavior. Next, we’ll explore if Christians are exempt from it. Finally, we’ll discuss some ideas and reasons to change these behaviors and a practice to help impression management awareness.Links:Insecure? Remember Whose You Are a devotion by Rick Warrenhttps://pastorrick.com/insecure-remember-whose-you-are/Impression Management: Considering Cultural, Social, and Spiritual FactorsBy Ashley R. Norrishttp://www.inquiriesjournal.com/amp/553/impression-management-considering-cultural-social-and-spiritual-factors#header1page1Abundant Simplicity: Discovering the unhurried rhythms of graceby Jan JohnsonInterVarsity Press, 2011The Dangerous Art of Impression Management by Ronald E. Riggio, Ph.D.PsychologyToday.comBible verses:John Proverbs Proverbs Mindful listening hints – because it’s in conversation when we do the most impression management work· When listening – Make it your single point of focus· No multi-taskingo Don’t consider your responses. Just listen· Listen openly – Non-judgmentallyo Practice deep listeningo Perspective taking – theirs· Speak with awarenesso Pause before speakingo Monitor your thoughtso Consider the effects of your wordso Allow the other time to respond--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/appSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/christina-r-wilson/support