--- title: Prompt Professor - 01 created: 2023-11-10 16:00:26.888138 updated: 2023-11-10 18:49:49.709035 source: ChatGPT source_file: conversations-004.json conversation_id: ec9b2580-136e-4be6-b952-068e819e2c99 message_count: 10 tags: - prompt - professor - source/chatgpt - status/raw - asperger's-syndrome - communication-skills - teaching - conversational-strategies category: - Asperger's Syndrome - Teaching - Communication Skills summary: The speaker has a talent for simplifying complex ideas but struggles with word retrieval in conversations due to their Asperger's condition. keypoints: - struggling with word retrieval - using analogies like riding a bicycle to explain the challenge - practicing conversational threads and strategies to improve communication skills monomyth_stage: "04 - Meeting the Mentor" gameboard_position: '' truth_score: 90 entropy_score: Low tone: sentiment: Neutral emotions: - Frustration - Patience - Understanding - Clarity sycophancy_level: None notes: '' related_events: [] syndication_status: arnie: false chris: false redmond: false clint: false pilot: false ma5_inheritance: None pre_silicon: false voice_print: false codex_candidate: false phase: '' enriched_date: '2026-04-08' --- # Prompt Professor - 01 > Exported from ChatGPT | 2023-11-10 | 10 messages --- **You:** I'm a high functioning Asperger with a passion for teaching. I love to express complex things in simple terms, however I struggle with 'locating' the word to express - in a way I can 'feel' the term, but cannot call it forward. I can imagine the expression, but need to start speaking - much like riding a bicycle, I must start moving before I can steer the sentence, or paragraph. This makes it quite challenging in conversation as most people talk best about themselves, and while I'm retrieving words to string along i pause - which seems like an invitation for the other to begin. What do you make of this? --- **ChatGPT:** It sounds like you have a real talent for simplifying complex ideas, which is a fantastic skill in teaching. The challenge you're describing with word retrieval is not uncommon, especially for individuals with Asperger's who may have a deep understanding of concepts but find the social dance of conversation a bit more complex. Your analogy with riding a bicycle is quite apt; momentum helps in finding direction. Maybe we can look at conversations in a similar way — it's about finding that initial push to start, knowing that once you do, the words often follow more easily. Have you tried strategies like pausing to gather your thoughts or using filler phrases that give you a moment to find the words you need? Or, perhaps, you could practice common conversational threads in advance, much like one might rehearse a route to feel more confident navigating it. I'm curious to know if you've found particular techniques that help you in these situations, or if you'd like to explore some methods together. Your insight into your own process is already a powerful tool. Let's brainstorm ways to build on that. --- **You:** Thanks for suggesting strategies. I dislike filler phrases like "at the end of the day', 'to be clear...", "what I'm saying is..." I also ridded my speech from fillers like 'umm', 'sooo...", etc. I appreciate academic speakers like Jordan Peterson, and scholars like Denis Prager for their clarity and expansive vocabulary. I don't have a speech impediment, or an emotional fear like imposter syndrome, so I'm pretty transparent and entertaining in public speaking. However, I would appreciate if I could focus the super-reasoning capabilities of GPT and LLMs with less wandering in search of terms, ideas, and especially saying complex things in simpler terms. For example - this session would leave most of my listeners staring over my shoulder, tuning out, or talking while I spell check, or search my memory for a better word - a more accurate term - a better - no - a more accurate expression of where I'm going - or intend to end up in the conversation. You see...? I'm comfortable with your patience, and get distracted while searching for terms, while thinking about how I'm 'reading' the facial expression, or engagement from the listener. That slows the communication further. It's distracting. OK, this might help you see what I hope to facilitate with the gpts builder - you - Prompt Professor! --- **ChatGPT:** It’s clear you’re seeking to refine your communication style, aiming for precision and engagement without sacrificing the depth of your thoughts. It’s a delicate balance, especially when you admire speakers with vast vocabularies and sharp clarity. The goal, then, seems to be developing a technique that allows you to access your extensive knowledge and vocabulary more fluidly during conversations. Here’s a thought: What if we treated conversation like a strategic game? In games, players often plan moves ahead of time. Similarly, you might prepare key phrases or concepts you know you’ll want to convey in certain discussions. Practicing these ‘moves’ could make them more readily available in the moment. Also, consider leveraging your teaching skills. A good teacher checks for understanding, which can naturally provide you with short pauses to collect your thoughts. Questions like “Does that make sense?” or “What are your thoughts on that?” not only give you a moment but also actively engage your conversational partner. Another approach could be to embrace the pause. While it might feel like an eternity to you, most listeners appreciate a moment to process what’s been said. A short silence can be a powerful communication tool. In addition, have you thought about using technology to assist you? For instance, carrying a small notebook or digital device with key terms and ideas could serve as a quick reference during conversations. Would any of these strategies resonate with your communication style, or is there a different approach you’d prefer to explore? I'm here to brainstorm with you and find creative solutions that align with your unique strengths and preferences. --- **You:** I've been 'embracing the pause' - especially while shooting video scenes for each episode of my Scotomaville Trilogy. That's a good suggestion. I like the idea of learning some concepts that give the listener time to process - without handing the mic over to them - as doing so tends to derail the outcome of the exchange. It seems most people are more interested in hearing themselves speak (in order to understand what they think I believe) as well as to gain neurotransmitter shots in order to 'feel' something in the communication. Let's explore some conversation prompts to actively engage my conversational partner without giving them the steering wheel so to speak. How does that process to you? I tried to make one up. Awkward, yes. --- **ChatGPT:** Developing conversation prompts that engage your listener without completely shifting the focus to them is a crafty approach. It keeps the dialogue interactive and allows you to guide the conversation. Here are a few techniques you might consider: 1. **Reflective Questions**: After explaining a concept, ask a question that invites the listener to reflect on the information rather than to change the subject. For example, "How does this align with your experience?" or "In what ways do you see this playing out in your own life?" 2. **Hypothetical Scenarios**: Present a hypothetical situation related to the topic at hand. "Imagine if..." scenarios can be a good way to keep the conversation on track while inviting your listener to engage their imagination and reasoning skills. 3. **Analogies and Metaphors**: Use analogies or metaphors that relate to common experiences. This not only makes complex ideas more relatable but also prompts the listener to think about the concept in a framework they understand. "This is like..." or "It's as if..." can start these comparisons. 4. **Summarizing and Seeking Confirmation**: Occasionally summarize what you've said and ask for confirmation of understanding. This can be as simple as, "So, to sum up..." or "Do you see what I mean?" 5. **Building on Their Last Point**: If they do interject, take what they say and build upon it without diverting from the original topic. "That’s an interesting point, and it adds to what I was saying about..." 6. **Closed Questions for Quick Clarifications**: If you need to maintain control, use closed questions that require a short answer. "Have you encountered this before?" or "Does that concept sound familiar?" 7. **Quotes or Interesting Facts**: Sharing a striking quote or fact can re-engage a listener who might be drifting. It can also serve as a springboard back into the topic after a pause. "Did you know that..." or "As [Expert] once said..." 8. **Invitations to Predict**: If you're discussing a process or outcome, invite the listener to predict the next steps or the conclusion. "Where do you think this is leading?" or "What would you expect to happen next?" Each of these prompts is designed to validate the listener's thoughts and keep them engaged, but still allows you to navigate the conversation. Would you like to practice crafting some of these types of prompts specific to topics you often discuss? Or do you have a different direction in mind for our exploration? --- **You:** Yes, I'd like to review my work on my website. Let me verify the txt record (it's propagating) so you can grab that information. The information will give you context for my prompts. Does that sound reasonable? --- **ChatGPT:** Certainly, reviewing the context of your work can be very helpful in crafting prompts that are tailored to your communication style and the subjects you cover. Once your website's TXT record is verified and the information is accessible, I'd be able to assist you better with relevant and personalized prompts. In the meantime, it might be useful to think about the key themes and messages you frequently address in your work. This will allow us to generate prompts that are not only engaging but also deeply connected to the essence of your content. Do you have any specific topics or themes from your work in mind that you'd like to focus on for our conversation prompts? This can be anything from overarching ideas to specific details you find yourself discussing often. Sharing these would give us a solid starting point. --- **You:** OK, the domain is verified. Can you read all the pages withing a sitemap, or do I need to list them one at a time? --- **ChatGPT:** As an AI developed by OpenAI, I can't browse the web or read content directly from websites, including sitemaps. My browsing capability is currently disabled, so I'm unable to access or read the contents of your website or its sitemap directly. However, you can certainly describe the content or provide me with the key themes, topics, or any specific text you want feedback on. If there are particular pages or sections you'd like to discuss, sharing summaries or key points from those can work as well. This way, we can still work on creating conversation prompts that are relevant to your work and the messages you want to convey. What are the main topics or areas from your site that you think we should focus on? ---