| Instead of… | Try… |
|---|---|
| “I’ll fix it.” | “Let’s think it through together.” |
| “That’s not a real problem.” | “It feels real—let’s unpack it.” |
| “Just block them.” | “What would blocking solve—and what wouldn’t it?” |
| “You should…” | “What options do you see?” |
| “I told you so.” | “What did you learn?” |
These shifts:
Reflection
Which phrases do I rely on when stressed?
Which reframe could I practice using this week?