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GIVE
Use this skill to maintain a good relationship and reduce conflict with another person.
G - Gentle: No attacks, threats or judgments.
I - Interested: Listen to the other person.
V - Validate: Acknowledge the person’s feelings, wants, difficulties and opinions.
E - Easy Manner: Use humor and smile.
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FAST
Use this skill to help maintain your self-respect when communicating with others.
F - Be Fair: Avoid judgments and stick to the facts.
A - Don’t Apologize: Assert yourself and ask for what you want. Don’t apologize for making requests, having opinions or disagreeing.
S - Stick to Your Values: Make sure to confidently stick to your truth.
T - Be Truthful: Don’t exaggerate. Don’t lie or act helpless when you aren’t. Dishonesty over time erodes your self-respect.
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