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Feeling unseen? 👀
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Hi friend, Did you know that most relationship problems don’t start with a huge conflict? They start with us feeling unseen when others take us at our word. Sometimes, like we talked about last week, people genuinely just get us wrong. But sometimes, we need to admit that it’s our own fault. I’ve been feeling misunderstood lately, and I think I do this because I’m afraid of
So, I’ve decided I need to be a little more honest with myself and with others about my preferences, needs, and limits. What about you? Are you being clear with others? Or do you need some support to get better at this skill? If you feel like reaching out, I’m always here for you! Coach Jose 💛
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Coach Jose | Respond, Don't React
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Hi friend, This week, I want to encourage you to make a move. For us awkward folks, that can be hard. Too often, we want to feel certain about our next step before we take it. We want to have the right words completely formulated in our minds before we speak. We want to know the answer before we ask. We want to know how things will turn out before we decide. But most of the time, none of those things are realistic. We have to take the step first. We have to deal with the uncertainty. I want...
Hi friend, This week, I want to share a practice with you. You can use this anytime you find yourself jumping to conclusions about someone's intentions. In my video, I use the example of one partner brushing off the other. The brushed-off partner immediately jumps to a conclusion: "My partner is mad at me." This is an unhelpful pattern a lot of us fall into. It's a habit of filling in the blanks about someone else’s thoughts or intentions without checking the facts. We notice a behavior,...
Hi friend, Do you struggle to show the care you have for others? Maybe you assume people already know how much they mean to you, or you're waiting to find the perfect words. You could create moments of connection, but instead, they pass you by, and you tell yourself you'll say the important things later. Instead, let people experience more of what's already true. Try this: 1. Notice. When someone crosses your mind, pay attention to it. Maybe you remember a conversation you had with them....