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June 26 2018

Judgment and Insight

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In my experience, I almost always judge a person or situation because I would judge myself in the same way if I behaved that way.

For example, in the culture I grew up in, it was considered impolite to interrupt,

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February 26 2018

On Needs by Jim Manske

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For me, the word “need” (as a noun) points to the essential, intrinsic energy that impels movement toward survival and thriving within living organisms. In other words, the power that motivates all behaviors.

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Essential means “absolutely necessary”.

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February 20 2018

NVC in Action: Relationship Dynamics by Aubree Moon

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This past week, I had a conflict come up with my partner as we were going to sleep. I was feeling sad, and my sadness triggered his anger. He said something to that effect, and I was instantly triggered. … Read the rest “NVC in Action: Relationship Dynamics by Aubree Moon”