workshops work 330 - Difficult Conversations: From Avoidance to Alignment with Myriam Hadnes
Jul 15, 2025
Dreaded conversations often hold the key to personal growth. There’s a high cost to avoiding them, but embracing these discussions can foster stronger relationships. Tune into your emotions to better understand the stakes involved. Recognizing your assumptions can pave the way for clarity. Creating a safe environment encourages curiosity and compassion, which are essential in navigating conflicts. Sharing boundaries transparently can lead to mutual respect, transforming challenging dialogues into opportunities for connection!
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Cost of Avoiding Difficult Talks
- Avoiding difficult conversations often stems from fear of emotional exposure and discomfort.
- These avoided talks usually block progress and healthier relationships.
Separate Facts from Assumptions
- Distinguish facts from assumptions before challenging conversations.
- Focus on observable behaviors, not interpretations or judgments.
Frustration Starts With Us
- Frustration with others begins with our own unmet needs and perspectives.
- We cannot change others but can manage our own assumptions and openness.
