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EPISODE · Nov 22, 2022 · 24 MIN

#50: A Big Mistake Most People Make

from Decide Your Legacy · host Decide Your Legacy

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 othersHow invalidation drives wedgesStrategies for being more validating of othersAvoid being criticalKeep the focus off yourselfUse someone's first nameShow interest in them and their interestsValidate their feelingsApologize with no excusesName their emotionsAsk more questionsLove how they want to be lovedParaphrase and summarizeAnd click HERE to get my NEW FREE SHATTERPROOF YOURSELF MENTAL HEALTH CHECKLIST!Resources:Rekindling Relationships (Episode 49)How to Be Grateful When Life Is Hard25 Gratitude Building QuestionsMy 20 Favorite Questions to Ask Clients One Big Relationship Mistake Most People MakeThe Daily 5 & 5Read 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 @adamgraggThanks for listening, be sure to subscribe and leave us a review! Get personalized coaching from Adam! Adam is a life coach and counselor who specializes in helping individuals and organizations find transformational clarity.  He specializes in anxiety, depression, life & career transitions, adolescent challenges, and family counseling.

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