Feedback. Doesn't that word automatically make you cringe? Why is that? Why does the word "feedback" automatically get a negative reaction? Part of the answer is our experiences have taught us that feedback was given when we did something wrong...so, feedback is associated with negativity. To further complicate matters, folks with PTSD and other mental health challenges can get triggered, experience hypervigilance, or even get super anxious when on the receiving end of feedback.

The good news is that our reactions to feedback can be positive! Feedback challenges can be over come with developing the people skills to trust that others are fair and receive feedback without fear or defensive reactionary behaviors!

How can I do that - you ask?!? Great question, btw...this week's PTSD and Beyond guest is the one and only Kate Nasser! Kate, aka The People Skills Coach™, has served F500 leaders for over 30 years teaching them the people skills needed to gain a sense of confidence and skill regarding feedback. She holds a Master's in Organizational Psychology and is the author of, Leading Morale, a book that focuses on treating people with respect and dignity! Kate is also the founder and host of the long-running global weekly Twitter Chat, #PeopleSkillsChat (Sunday at 10 a.m. ET).

This week's PTSD and Beyond episode is uplifting and validating as Kate shares with listeners and our PTSD and Beyond community the true meaning of feedback, how to identify what feedback is and is NOT, why mindset helps people overcome the fear of feedback, tips on building confidence when on the receiving end of feedback, and ways to practice giving and receiving feedback.

Being able to be open to other's views can empower people to live with less stress, more success, and even more confidence!

Give a listen to this week's PTSD and Beyond episode and download, share, comment, and to find out more about Kate Nasser and her services take a look here:

Kate Nasser, MA

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