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Bob Zaslow's avatar

Thank you, David. Such simple advice. But not easy. What I love is your advice after relax, namely, notice you’re being triggered and be willing to step back.

David Gerken's avatar

Yes! Awareness is key.

Wendy Rudnicki's avatar

This is really helpful! Thank you! I’m going to use it when my inner critic or worry-about-the-future parts of me start up.

RQ 🙏🦋

David Gerken's avatar

I know say this to you all the time, but this one really works! Relax. One word. Have it at the ready. Any time you feel triggered or stressed. Relax…Then respond from that place.

Have a great weekend.

Jackie M. Stebbins, Esq.'s avatar

As always, this is such a great piece! To be honest, I’ve never read or heard anything about “relax,” that’s not informal or negative (“Jackie, relax …”oozing with condescension - which of course really helps!!?!) I will try to relax in an effort to elongate my fuse!

David Gerken's avatar

Thank you, Jackie! Hope all is well up on the prairie!