The most useful communication skill is not getting someone to reveal more. It is creating enough psychological safety for honest information to surface naturally. Silence can be powerful, but it is not a truth detector. Nervousness, hesitation, changing details, or defensive behavior can have many explanations, so treating them as proof of deception can easily lead to false conclusions. Better conversations come from asking clear questions, listening without immediately judging, and giving the other person enough space to finish their thought. The goal is not to corner someone into talking. It is to make honest communication easier. Strong communicators do not need to control every pause. They know when to listen. Build better communication habits, one small change at a time. #connectingallrace - @jesuisokorode