Managing Difficult Interactions
When faced with challenging individuals, it's crucial to first focus on self-care before extending kindness to others. By observing our reactions and asking ourselves what is possible in the moment, we can navigate our emotions more effectively. This approach helps prevent negative ruminations from derailing our calmness and presence.In this clip
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Encore - Michael Apollo - Expert Shares Insights on Mindfulness, Meditation, and Buddhism
Related Questions
What does it mean when you realize you may have been making a mistake or taking criticism in a negative or defensive way on a project, as discussed in episode 225: Kim Scott | Care Personally, Challenge Directly with Radical Candor and the clip Mastery vs. Adaptability? Additionally, how should I handle my frustration about how I acted—responsive and thankful but also annoyed—when Kaitlyn suggested I do something differently? I have a weird relationship with one manager at work. 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?
I'm also frustrated about how I acted—responsive and thankful but also annoyed. Kaitlyn suggested I do something differently, but overall, I have a weird relationship or connection with one manager at work. 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?
How should I handle my frustration about how I acted—responsive and thankful but also annoyed—when Kaitlyn suggested I do something differently? I have a weird relationship or connection with one manager at work. 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?