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Neela 🌶️'s avatar

I've gone into meetings ready for a fight, only to find out it was a mix-up, miscommunication or overhyped. Learning to pause instead of pounce has saved me more than once, Michael.

I hope you have a wonderful evening.

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Communication Intelligence's avatar

Thank you for being honest about your natural inclinations. I think many of us get conditioned to expect illogical and unreasonable resistance or rejection and have interacted with other people who do it too.

I've had anxiety going into meetings, so I understand the emotions. It's true, as you and Shlomo said, learning to pause can prevent a lot of problems. It's a skill I have to continually remind myself to apply.

I appreciate you sharing your experiences, Neela. Have a good day on Wednesday.

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Neela 🌶️'s avatar

Happy Wednesday to you too friend :)

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