Namibia Future Media Nova 1035 - Karlien on Nova

Reacting vs Responding

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Reacting is immediate.
Responding is intentional.
A reaction says:
"You never listen!"
A response says:
"I don't feel heard right now."
A reaction tries to win.
A response tries to understand.
The next time emotions run high...
Pause.
Breathe.
Then ask yourself:
"Will my next sentence build a bridge... or build a wall?"
29 Jul 7AM English South Africa Music Commentary · Society & Culture

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