Respond don’t react

Be honest. Do you do this?

While listening to someone else, you’re thinking of how you’re going to respond.

When someone gives you feedback, you quickly tell them why you did what you did or try to convince them that it’s not true.

You give advice without being asked.

You always have something to say.

You’ve been there done that and want to share your wisdom.

It’s all coming from a good place. Our world moves quickly these days and we have to make fast decisions. And we don’t always have the patience to listen to a long story or experience - especially with those close to us.

HOWEVER, it is in the listening that we are offering healing, support, and acceptance.

Within the listening we are validating, caring, and loving.

In all my years of therapy and now with my private coaching, I can tell you that the majority of people know the answers to their questions, but they just want to be listened to and heard.

They need someone to hold that space with them while they come to terms with what it is they need to do, the action they need to take, or just releasing that difficult emotion.

You need it, too!

So, just for today, try to respond in a way that shows someone you care - just by being there- rather than reacting.

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