Before a Difficult Conversation, Do These 5 Things

KRIYASYA 01 WELLBEING Before a Difficult Conversation, Do These 5 Things Evidence-based steps for Before a Difficult Conversation, Do These 5. Seek help if symptoms are severe or persistent.

K01 02 1 / 5 Conscious Breathing Take a minute to slow your breathing before you speak.

K01 03 2 / 5 Write The One Write the one outcome you actually want from the conversation.

K01 04 3 / 5 Separate Facts From Separate facts from assumptions about the other person.

K01 05 4 / 5 Use Simple 'I Feel Use simple 'I feel / I need / I suggest' language instead of accusations.

K01 06 5 / 5 If Either Person If either person is too activated, agree to pause and return to the conversation later.

K01 07 SAVE THIS Start With One Step Save this story. Start with the step that fits you now: Take a minute to slow your breathing before. Explore Pulse →