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Stoic Coffee Break

126 - Admonition

May 14, 2018
06:59
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Stoics believe in self-control and helping others. Giving constructive feedback is important for personal growth. The importance of asking if someone wants to hear an opinion before giving it. Having a dialogue and asking questions instead of preaching. Keeping judgements out of the conversation helps prevent defensiveness. Learning to give and take constructive feedback is a valuable skill.
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Quick takeaways

  • Admonition, as advocated by Stoics, is a milder and friendlier approach to correcting others, aiming to assist their growth without making them feel like bad people.
  • Constructive feedback should be given in a nonjudgmental manner, reframing it as a dialogue and avoiding imposing personal opinions, in order to create an environment that supports growth and self-improvement.

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Admonishing with Kindness and Constructive Feedback

Epictetus emphasizes the importance of admonition, which is milder and friendlier than reproach. The Stoics believe in helping others see their faults, not to make them feel like bad people, but to assist their growth. The speaker reflects on their experience as a parent, striving to correct their children's actions without shaming them. They highlight the value of constructive feedback and its positive impact. The speaker's partner uses non-threatening feedback to help them improve conversations with friends. When correcting others, it's crucial to first seek permission and establish a dialogue. Encouraging self-reflection and avoiding judgments in conversations can lead to productive exchanges and personal growth.

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