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Find the right words to say
  • Communication
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  • Friendship
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  • Parenting
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  • Family
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Reframing Negative Comments

How to respond to “You’re not being realistic about your expectations”

Personal growth Assertiveness Training Boundary Setting
Handling criticism about our expectations can be a sensitive topic. When someone says You’re not being…

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