Voice Use Strategies

Variance: Voice In The Machine

March 19, 2020
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5 min read

We are coming to the end of week one working from home here in Boston.

It is a strange, temporary, state of disembodied connections. At least it can feel that way.

Our voices are still being transmitted through electrical signals, not unlike what we use in the room. Our intention just needs to be more clear, our focus more refined, and our breathing more efficient.

Devices can only do so much. We have to maintain the connection in our communication. It is an act of Will.

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