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How to Stop Being Defensive by Understanding the Root of It
How to Stop Being Defensive by Understanding the Root of It
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Length:
23 minutes
Released:
Mar 14, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
Have you ever found yourself being defensive even when you know you are wrong? In today’s episode, Quinn discusses defensiveness and what it looks like in relationships, why it’s a problem, and techniques to stop it from ruining your relationships.
After the episode, listeners will understand:
How mindset affects defensiveness.
What pledge we need to take to stop being defensive…
The four steps to respond without defensiveness.
Mind Renewal Tip:
There are always two sides to every story. You can see someone else’s view without agreeing they are right.
Responsibility is the antidote to defensiveness.
Scripture Renewal Tips
The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, but a wise man listens to advice. Proverbs 12:15
Four Steps to Less Defensive Reactions:
Pause
Listen
Agree and Take Responsibility
Then explain
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After the episode, listeners will understand:
How mindset affects defensiveness.
What pledge we need to take to stop being defensive…
The four steps to respond without defensiveness.
Mind Renewal Tip:
There are always two sides to every story. You can see someone else’s view without agreeing they are right.
Responsibility is the antidote to defensiveness.
Scripture Renewal Tips
The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, but a wise man listens to advice. Proverbs 12:15
Four Steps to Less Defensive Reactions:
Pause
Listen
Agree and Take Responsibility
Then explain
See "Jesus" for free on Sight and Sound TV. Learn more at Sight-Sound.TV
"When I Talk to God, I Talk About You" is available now at PenguinRandomHouse.com
Released:
Mar 14, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
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