Retreating and shrinking one’s presence is a common response in the face of tension. However, that generates the exact opposite of what we long for, which is healthy relationships to collaborate and enjoy fulfilling shared goals. In the moments when emotions take over, and we feel judgmental toward another – wondering if they are a frenemy – our reactions can disrupt relationship and transform an uncomfortable interaction into fractured trust. Noticing what grabs our attention spontaneously short circuits reactions we will likely regret. Easy to say, and this blog offers three easy practices to begin to transform tension into trust as a relationship superpower!