![]() You could ask them to clarify their point of view or tell them you are having a hard time understanding where they are coming from and that you really want to try to see it from their point of view. Seek understanding by asking some questions. I know this can be our gut reaction toward hostilities of any kind, but when defensive behavior meets defensive behavior, it is a match to a flammable substance. Second – Don’t panic, and for criminy sakes don’t escalate the situation by getting defensive. Try this – Lower your voice and soften your face when you respond, this helps to ease the stress and or tension that comes up with strong emotions Anger is a ‘protector’ emotionįirst – Don’t react from a place of anger, strong emotions bring about strong emotions in others and can lead to a quick escalation. ![]() After all, anger like all other emotions has an important job to do. When someone has a triggered reaction that has taken them to a defensive, or even aggressive stance, it is their way of protecting and defending themselves. Triggered reactions are specific to the individual and are as varied as snowflakes or Marvel Comic adaptations. Have you ever been in a conversation with someone and it seems to escalate out of nowhere?ĭo you find yourself wondering what went wrong or what’s all the fuss about?Ĭhances are that the other person was ‘triggered’ in some way to adopt a defensive stance. ![]()
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