In this session, Julie broke down how to manage emotional triggers and respond thoughtfully instead of reacting impulsively. Julie shared practical steps to slow down, tune into your body, and understand the root of your emotions. You’ll learn how to reframe situations, self-regulate, and find solutions that strengthen your relationships instead of staying stuck in negative cycles. It’s all about progress, not perfection… every small step counts.

Feedback Script

A: “I want to give you some feedback and I want it to work.”

B: “Oh, that is scary, and I want it. You usually have really good insights and I want that.

I’ll just listen without agreeing or disagreeing and just take it all in.
I might have questions to clarify.

Let’s hear your feedback.”

Then “A” shares the feedback, with kindness.

B: “Thank you — it’s a risk to bring things like this. I really value you bringing it to me.”

“B” writes the feedback down once we have come clear, to review it in a private, quiet space.

We close by expressing gratitude for getting to safely share and receive.

Needs Script

A: “I have a need and I need a listening.”

B: “Great. Thanks for telling me. It’s important for me to know this. It’s important to me your needs get met.

I’m reminding myself that my needs can get met as well as everyone else’s. Let’s hear your need.”

Then: “A” shares the need. “B” reflects.

B: “Ok, what I’m hearing is that this is the need _____, these are the factors ______, these are the perceived barriers ________.”

Once the NEED is clear, we might take a break, then come back later to discuss actions or solutions.