# Ep. 342: Where Most Conversations Go Wrong W/ Michael Ostrolenk

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Podcast: [The SuperHuman Academy Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-superhuman-academy-podcast-1095600)
Published: 2026-06-04T09:20:15+00:00
Episode link: https://superhumanacademy.com/podcasts
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## Resource

Greetings, SuperFriends! Michael Ostrolenk joins us today to explore the hidden emotional mechanics behind communication, conflict, and connection, and why most conversations fail long before the actual problem is discussed. Drawing from decades of work in somatics, resilience training, and human development, we discuss nervous system regulation, emotional safety, reflective listening, and the idea that understanding must come before change can happen. If you've ever struggled with difficult conversations, recurring conflict, or feeling misunderstood, this episode offers a practical framework for creating deeper connections, stronger relationships, and more meaningful communication in every area of life. – Collin Jewett

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