One of the most loving things someone can do for you is correct you - helping you to see how you’re negatively impacting them, yourself, and the relationship. Unfortunately, it’s normal to feel defensive when you’re receiving negative feedback. And it’s normal to feel apprehensive sharing that kind of feedback with someone you love. 💡 Few things to remember: 1. Position your feedback in the frame of love and a desire to keep the relationship together. Say this out loud and confirm the other person understands your position and intention. 2. Give feedback in chunks. If you have 5 things to share, share one thing at a time and give the other person time to respond after each thing. 3. Understand that some people need more time to process this feedback and others. The hope is they will need less time to gather themselves as trust continues to develop between the two of you. But at the beginning of this effort especially, be OK with breaking the conversation up into multiple days. If you’re the one who needs more time, assure the other person you plan to continue the conversation and follow-though on that commitment. 4. Before you share feedback, write down your points so you’re not ranting and dumping. Be as clear and concise as possible. It’s OK to share your feelings, but have a clear request as well. 🚨for 1-on-1 or Couple’s work, fill out the interest form in my bio! 🎧 Listen to the full episode - 2025 Promises to BREAK on YouTube, Apple, and Spotify ⛓️💥 Linked in bio • • • • •
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