This is a motto I try to live by. It really helps not only myself but the relationships around me. It's empowering and not demeaning. It comes in handy especially when you have kids.
Consider this: Your little darling broke a glass accidentally. She's looking terrified and is starting to cry out of shock.
Do you react? By scolding her and making her feel small and useless while you clean up the mess alone?
Or do you respond? By giving her an assuring smile and say, "It's ok darling, just a broken glass but luckily you're not hurt. Let's clean up the mess together."
Would you react or respond?
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