Reacting to Disagreement

When you feel more comfortable sharing your opinion and disagreeing, it is natural for the other person to disagree with you as well.

In these cases, it's easy to lose confidence and take a step back, especially if the confrontation creates anxiety for you.

To react assertively, it is crucial to remain calm, listen with openness and reassert your position with confidence.

The Importance of Calm and Openness

The first step is to remain calm. If someone disagrees with you, it doesn't mean you are wrong; they simply have a different opinion.

Don't be embarrassed or angry, but calmly accept their disagreement.

The second step is to be open to hearing their point of view. They may have an argument you hadn't considered, which can enrich your perspective.

By listening with openness, you show respect for the other person and their opinion.

Reaffirming your position

After listening to the other person, you should reaffirm your position with confidence. If their argument has convinced you, it's okay to change your mind.

You should not feel weak about it; flexibility is a sign of maturity and that you value truth over your own ego.

If, on the other hand, you still believe in your opinion, you should reaffirm it with confidence and, if necessary, agree to disagree.

This shows that you respect the other person's opinion, but that you will not let it affect your own position.

The key is to accept that you will not always reach agreement, but that you can keep the relationship intact regardless.

Summary

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