Totallytoriarmstrong.com/contact Quality Interaction Cheat Sheet Use these simple strategies to transform everyday interactions into meaningful connections. Keep this cheat sheet handy as a reminder to choose connection over disconnection. • ■ **The 5-Minute Rule:** Give loved ones 5 minutes of undivided attention when they enter the room—phones down, eyes up. • ■ **Eye Contact + Name:** Look people in the eye and use their name—it signals presence and respect. • ■ **Ask Better Questions:** Swap 'How was your day?' for 'What made you smile today?' or 'What was the highlight?' • ■ **Listen Without Fixing:** Sometimes people don’t need advice—they just need to feel heard. Nod, reflect, and hold space. • ■ **Be Where Your Feet Are:** Whether at dinner, a game, or a meeting—be fully present in that moment.