Daily, I am keenly reminded…
When we push another person, they almost always push back initially.
This is a universal principle I’ve studied for over three decades. We label it resistance or conflict.
That push can be through direct verbal opposition or withdrawal. It doesn’t matter – either way, a separation occurs.
We may even feel righteous about it because ‘this’ situation is ‘special.’
Hearts close, fists clench – if only metaphorically.
I’ve failed and pushed many times. However, each time I get back up, a bit more tempered and humbled. I adjust and learn.
A push in disguise can be:
• Making a change without informing or permission from those impacted
• Telling instead of asking
• Confronting or blaming others
• Offering unsolicited advice and sometimes direction
• Complaining about someone to someone else.
The antidote?
Spiral Impact! I’ve time-tested my this model, adapting and adjusting to make it easier to apply. When I fail, it’s because I leave out one of the keys.
When I have a successful conversation with someone with an opposite position – I’ve covered all the keys.
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