Reframing Relationships
Alison shares her experience as a college student navigating a tense relationship with a house manager. By choosing to reposition themselves as allies rather than adversaries, she initiated a heartfelt conversation that transformed their dynamic. This pivotal moment not only fostered collaboration but also highlighted the power of empathy in resolving conflicts.In this clip
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Related Questions
I have a question about the episode Sheila Heen — How to Navigate Hard Conversations, the Subtle Art of Apologizing, and More and the clip Apologies Unpacked. I'm also frustrated about how I acted—responsive and thankful but also annoyed—toward one manager at work. Kaitlyn suggested I do something differently, but overall, I have a weird relationship with this manager. 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.
This manager rarely gives me the space to explain and often interrupts me in the middle of presentations without letting me continue. It's very different from everyone else there. While her approach is useful in some ways, it's also frustrating. I'm proud that I recognize I need to adjust to her behavior. Will this change help her loosen her resistance too?
How can I change my attitude toward a manager at work with whom I have a weird relationship, as discussed in the episode 225: Kim Scott | Care Personally, Challenge Directly with Radical Candor and the clip Navigating Disagreement?