Expressing Appreciation In A Life-Serving Way

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Trainer Tips
Time Investment:
1 - 2 minutes
Date Added:
5/23/2023
Date Created:
2005

Trainer Tip: When we express appreciation using words like "good", "great" or anything else evaluative, it conveys we are in the position to judge, and that we've judged them or their actions. Instead, to express appreciation without judgment state what they did, how you feel about what they did, and which of your needs are met by their behavior. Such an expression of appreciation clearly states how your life was enriched, without judgement.

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