If you're my close friend, I am your most loyal advocate. But if I ask for my needs to be respected, in the same manner I respect you, and that's "out of line", we're not on the same page. Silence, disappearing, and ignoring others, is not how I can exist, nor would I expect anyone else to. And all because I asked that my feelings be heard.
#actionsspeaklouder
#actionsspeaklouder
#respectiseverything
P.S. I think everyone has this desire....a want, maybe even a need, to feel "heard" and valued. Don't worry; it doesn't mean you have to be fearful of conflict/conversation! I think that's the part people miss...."oh, to be kind and understanding and to listen and hear....that's going to devalue my role or position.....". But it's not like that at all. Being respectful, courteous, and HEARING what people need to express....those are the ultimate traits of confident, successful, individuals.