Diana, thanks so much for your book on Courageous Communication!! What a thoughtful book, and so necessary now as we head towards November! I appreciate your insights!

Wow, this book arrived on Sunday and I am already almost done with it. I bought and loved the first book by this author, and whole-heartedly recommend this book. I am in a field where communication is extremely important both as a legal professional out in the world, but also as a manager at my law firm.

Diana Peterson-More writes in such a direct, easy to understand and helpful way. The reality that I can put these tools to work immediately is most helpful. Some of the highlights of this book are the focus on saying things we later come to regret and how to manage that, strategic and tactical communication, conflict management, making assumptions about others, and the importance of word choice.

I would recommend this book to anyone because effective communication is a necessary tool in life, but especially those who manage others and/or rely upon effectively communication as an essential part of their work.

Diana Peterson-More masterfully synthetizes effective communication opportunities. By sharing research findings, anecdotal narratives and practical case studies, she highlights how human it is to err in our communications, and how possible it may be to avoid missteps and repair mistakes when they occur. I especially appreciate the “Its A Wrap” at the end of each chapter, where she offers up key nuggets to mindfully consider as we move through our daily interactions. Courageous Communication: A Return to Civility is thoughtful/substantive but still an easy/enjoyable read, and so relatable to anyone who values the art of communication!

Easy to follow steps to improve my conversations with those not having my point of view. I particularly appreciate the chapter about Apologizing… saying Sorry… and then making Excuses that negate the apology. I do that with my husband from time to time and it doesn’t win me any points!

I was drawn by the title, “Can we all just get along?” from Rodney King. More voices, like Ms. Peterson-More need to be heard these days. I appreciate the real-world recent examples as to how these conversations could have gone. Kudos.

“‘Can We All Just Get Along?’ Rodney King: Courageous Communication: A Return to Civility” is an essential guide for navigating today’s complex world. Addressing major shifts like the pandemic, social media’s rise, and global conflicts, this book delves into how these changes impact our interactions.

The author offers a hopeful message, emphasizing the potential for civil discourse despite societal divides. With practical strategies for bridging gaps, this easy-to-read book inspires readers to foster respect and unity in their communities.

A timely call to action, it encourages us all to contribute to a more understanding and civil society. Highly recommended for anyone eager to make a positive difference!

This book clearly delivers useful approaches to effective communication in all kinds of situations — business or personal. As a lawyer and corporate executive myself, I think this author knows what she is talking about.

Diana Peterson-More is a skilled organizational consultant and coach for individuals, teams, and corporations. She organized our teams’ roles, which more than doubled our net income. I highly recommend this book and the other Diana has written: Both are presented clearly and concisely, and will motivate you to make pragmatic changes to increase productivity.

“Tired of incivility?  Like thousands of others, I am. Diana’s book provides pragmatic solutions from first-hand experience. Topics range from “Combatting the Lizard Brain,” to “Managing vs. Resolving Conflict.” As a university professor, I assign her current book, as required reading and study assignments. Nurturing a civil society mindset calls for the practices Diana has included in this must-read book.”

“Through meticulous research and actionable strategies, this book offers an antidote to incivility, guiding readers towards more compassionate and effective communication.”