Why communication tools do not always work when emotions are high

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Most relationship advice focuses on what to say. That can be useful, but it often misses one important question: who are you when you arrive at the conversation? If you feel angry, hurt, defensive or shut down, even the best communication tool can be hard to use.

That is why self-awareness comes first. When you understand what is being triggered, you have a better chance of responding with honesty, clarity and care.

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