Really appreciated this, the step-by-step structure makes the practice so accessible. One nuance that the author I collaborate with often emphasizes is taking a moment to pause and connect internally before expressing what bothers us. That little pause shifts the tone from reactivity to grounded self-connection.
Really appreciated this, the step-by-step structure makes the practice so accessible. One nuance that the author I collaborate with often emphasizes is taking a moment to pause and connect internally before expressing what bothers us. That little pause shifts the tone from reactivity to grounded self-connection.
He recently shared a short practice on this exact step, in case it adds to the tools you’ve laid out here: https://cenn.substack.com/p/compassionate-communication
Thanks again for the clarity of this piece, I can see it being useful in so many hard conversations.
Thank you, Hafsa for sharing this and the article! I love that pause you mention, it makes totally sense!