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#50: A Big Mistake Most People Make
People are always asking me how they can have better, more vibrant relationships. But often, there is one big mistake that most people make in their relationships. We're going to dive into that mistake and 10 strategies for countering it. On this episode we discuss:
The big mistake of invalidating others
How invalidation drives wedges
Strategies for being more validating of others
Avoid being critical
Keep the focus off yourself
Use someone's first name
Show interest in them and their interests
Validate their feelings
Apologize with no excuses
Name their emotions
Ask more questions
Love how they want to be loved
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Rekindling Relationships (Episode 49)The Daily 5 & 5
Read these articles below about the Daily 5 & 5. How to Be Grateful When Life Is Hard. Start your own Daily 5 & 5 on your phone, in a journal, or using this Daily 5 & 5 Worksheet. After a few days, reflect on how this activity impacts your mindset.Be sure to follow me on Instagram @adamgragg
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