Jim Kwik explains why pausing before you respond in heated moments matters. Acknowledge the other person's emotions first, then shift from problems to solutions. This builds trust and prevents reactive speech that damages relationships.
Train yourself to pause before responding. You're in a heated debate. Maybe you wanna take a moment to process before speaking, especially during tense conversations that you're having with family or maybe with clients. And practice the art of empathetic listening. Acknowledge that person's emotions to build trust and understanding. You're demonstrating understanding and frame solutions more positively. Instead of focusing on problems, you could emphasize action steps, you know, and a path forward. Give people hope and give them the help.
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