Respond Rather Than React: Applying Parent, Adult, Child Communications in Your Life

Effective communication is a cornerstone of successful relationships, whether personal or professional. One powerful framework for enhancing communication is the idea of Parent, Adult, Child (PAC) Communications, a central concept in Transactional Analysis (TA). This helps us understand and improve our interactions by recognising and adjusting the different states from which we communicate. Let’s explore how to apply PAC communications to respond thoughtfully rather than react impulsively.