In this bonus episode, Kat gives advice on how to address hurtful and passive-aggressive comments from friends and co-workers. She emphasizes the importance of effective communication and offers practical strategies to navigate conversations. The podcast also explores the power of curiosity and suggests taking time to gather information before reacting. Additionally, Kat discusses how to respond to negative comments in a conversation and provides tips for strengthening relationships through communication and feedback.
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Address insensitive comments by seeking clarity and understanding the friend's intentions.
Take small steps in addressing conflicts by seeking clarification for specific remarks and holding the friend accountable without immediately expressing your own feelings.
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Addressing Conflict in Friendship
In this episode of Couch Talks on Uni Therapy Podcast, the host, Kat, discusses how to handle a friendship that is causing discomfort. The listener describes a friend who makes insensitive comments and fails to celebrate their achievements. Kat suggests addressing these comments by seeking clarity in the moment, asking for an explanation to understand the friend's intentions. By doing so, the listener allows the friend to take responsibility for their remarks and offers an opportunity for the friend to apologize or clarify their statements. This approach empowers the listener to assert their feelings and evaluate the future of the friendship based on the friend's response.
Taking Small Steps to Resolve Conflict
Kat advises the listener to take small steps in addressing the conflicts within the friendship. Instead of overwhelming themselves with a complete conversation, they can initially seek clarification for specific remarks. By asking for more information in a calm and curious manner, the listener can hold the friend accountable for their words without immediately expressing their own feelings. This approach offers an opportunity for the friend to reflect on their behavior and possibly apologize or explain themselves.
Managing Conflict with Patience and Self-Care
The host emphasizes the importance of patience and self-care when dealing with conflict. She advises the listener to take their time in responding to uncomfortable remarks, allowing themselves to process their emotions and respond when they feel regulated. By practicing self-care and setting boundaries, the listener can make decisions about whether they want to maintain the friendship based on how the friend responds to their concerns. Ultimately, the episode encourages listeners to approach conflicts with open communication and self-assurance, reminding them that it is okay to prioritize their feelings and well-being.
Couch Talks is the bonus episode of You need Therapy where Kat answers questions that listeners send to kathryn@youneedtherapypodcast.com. This week, Kat talks about ways to address comments from friends, co-workers etc. that feel hurtful or passive aggressive.