There are things we say that might look harmless, but they are not. The incorrect use of absolutes is one of them. Words like never, always, or none tend to trigger an automatic defensive attitude, undoubtedly not beneficial, and in many cases, destructive. 

In this episode, we talk about the use of absolutes at work and at home. We analyze what kind of response they trigger on others and on us when we hear them. I share some domestic and professional experiences of the use of absolutes, both challenging in their unique way, both easily solvable with proper listening, and understanding what people are trying to say and not what they are saying. 

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

• My 6 years old and absolutes (2:36)
• What kind of leader do we look like when we misuse absolutes (3:59)
• The importance of paying attention to the words we use at work (6:01)
• The temptation of being defensive when we hear someone using absolutes with us (7:46)
• What is a proper use of absolutes (12:46)

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