Be respectful and acknowledge my efforts to improve and do things right.
Word your criticism in such a way as to show that the changes will lead to even better results.
Avoid directly criticising my principles or values, remembering that I could take it very personally.
Present feedback as an opportunity for improvement and be specific.
Example: “I really appreciate how thorough you are. I think if I adjusted this part slightly, it could be even more effective”.
My conflict resolution method
I try to resolve conflict by focusing on fairness and finding the "right" solution. I aim to correct mistakes and create structure, but I sometimes become overly critical or rigid.
When I’m at my best, I bring clarity and integrity to mediate conflicts constructively, ensuring justice and balance.
Questions to encourage self-awareness
Do I often notice flaws or imperfections before anything else in a situation or person?
How comfortable am I with letting go of control and allowing others to approach tasks differently than I would?
Do I suppress feelings of anger or frustration, and if so, how do they tend to resurface?
Am I overly critical of myself or others, even when things are going well?
How often do I focus on what should be rather than accepting what is?
Exercises to foster growth and balance
Celebrate Imperfection: Choose one task this week where you intentionally allow imperfection. Reflect on how it feels and observe if the result is still effective.
Daily Gratitude Practice: Each evening, write down three things you appreciate about yourself or your day, focusing on what went well rather than what could be improved.
Pause and Breathe: When you feel tension rising, pause and take five deep breaths. Ask yourself: “Am I being overly critical of myself or others right now?”
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