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The Self-Driven Child
Understanding Through Validation
Effective communication requires the practice of validation, where individuals reflect back their understanding to express a desire to comprehend the other person's feelings. This approach, modeled in therapeutic contexts, emphasizes the importance of acknowledging feelings rather than dismissing them, which often leads to negative outcomes. Instinctively, people tend to invalidate feelings, but recognizing that emotions are normal, even if maladaptive, fosters a healthier interaction and understanding. Over the past 15 years, the significance of validation in both personal and therapeutic relationships has gained recognition as a powerful tool for connection and empathy.
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