Responding To A Nasty Email
As we discussed yesterday, often the best response to an attack by someone is silence – to not fight back. Yet, at other times, a response is warranted, but not for the sake of winning the argument.
Responding To A Nasty Email
Whenever we are attacked, our immediate response is either fight or flight. This acute stress reaction is usually triggered when we encounter something either mentally or physically terrifying. Our bodies release hormones to prepare us to stay and deal with a threat or run away from it. In the case of a physical threat, such as a fire in the house or a hungry lion about to attack, the fight-or-flight response can be beneficial. The imminent danger causes our bodies to go into high alert, which gives us that extra adrenaline to find a way to stay alive.
Restoring Your Innocence
One time I was coaching Aislynn, who had a dream of owning an investment property. Most of my initial sessions involve reframing a person’s mindset. Fear and insecurity are usually the biggest obstacles for people to overcome. That’s why in the early sessions, I guide people toward finding their true self within: so they will have the confidence to accomplish their goals.
The Strength of Vulnerability
Since childhood, we have been taught to associate vulnerability with weakness. Letting others see our hurts, failures, and imperfections is such a daunting challenge for most people that they keep everyone at a safe distance, always giving themselves an exit strategy in every relationship.
Regaining Confidence When Rejected
Rejection is probably the most common emotional wound that we experience in our lives. When our spouse leaves us, or we get passed up on a promotion, or excluded from a social gathering, we experience the sting of rejection. The emotional pain that we feel can be absolutely paralyzing.
