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The Importance of Addressing Emotional Discomfort in Team Communication
We often avoid emotional discomfort, leading us to tolerate other forms of discomfort. People would rather endure a poorly executed project with difficult colleagues than face the discomfort of confronting someone directly. However, failing to address issues and communicate can lead to a buildup of tension. Teams that regularly debrief are more comfortable discussing problems and making requests. This practice requires commitment from leaders to regularly hold these discussions, despite the hesitation and resistance.