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Changing someone's mind requires a careful approach; making them feel defensive will only hinder your objective. Instead of framing conversations as confrontations, use more inviting language to ease tension. By focusing on a positive mindset and setting a casual tone, you can foster a more productive dialogue, whether it’s with a boss about a pay raise or a friend about personal issues.
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    • What does it mean when you realize you may have been making a mistake or taken criticism in a negative or defensive way on a project, as discussed in the episode 225: Kim Scott | Care Personally, Challenge Directly with Radical Candor? Additionally, how should I handle my frustration with one manager at work who rarely gives me the space to explain and often asserts herself during presentations? I'm going to change how I've been acting—I'm just an intern, but it's not obvious; everyone else loves me, and I love them. It's just this one person, and I need to change my attitude. Will this change help her loosen her resistance too?

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