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This is fantastic and something I learned the hard way. These days I say it once and don't feel the need to keep explaining. Some people just don't have the capacity or are unwilling to hear.

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Already reposted with a great quote, Nedra!

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In my personal relationships, I am very sensitive to being dismissed, overlooked or not listened to (an issue I am aware of and working to manage). Consequently I tend to feel hurt and angry when not listened to so am apt to rephrase, reword and reframe if I have the opportunity. I’m learning that this doesn’t always work (thank you Nedra!), but it’s a hard habit to break! I spent years as a therapist reframing to help clients understand concepts so it’s pretty ingrained. As always, I’m a work in progress!!

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The word I needed... When I needed it - Thank you!

And may I add that I love the humor in this piece... I'm definitely a "it was raining, 70 degrees, and a Thursday when I said it so I'll try again next week" kinda person 😁

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Many of us are those kind of people. You're in good company.

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true true true. thankyou:)

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Oct 14, 2023
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For some, reconciliation is the answer.

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Oct 10, 2023
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This was right on time for me too! Confirmation at its finest from Abba!🙌🏾

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