Sensitive souls fear conflict. And why not? Empathizers have had their full of unhelpful conflict. In contrast, thicker-skinned Instigators embrace conflict as a necessary part of the forces that forge progress. But a mixed group of trainees in the TALK2ME system have a higher view of accessing hidden inner strengths for the benefit of all. Are you too sensitive for your own good?
TOO GOOD FOR YOUR OWN GOOD?
Empathizers are perceived as saints. One quip regarding this quirk: “If you stand next to the super-sweet Empathizer communicator you will get cavities.” How nice can you be? Instigators suggest putting a little salt next to that sweet.
The Communication Table team wisdom about how sensitive souls can go from ordinary to extra-ordinary…
- Divine self-confidence
- Be not afraid of conflict
- Be a risk taker
- Jump right into problems
- Be a hard driver
- Don’t be afraid to hurt someone’s feelings for the greater cause
- Put the pressure on someone who is slacking
- Speak up: “Closed mouth’s don’t get fed”
- Do not avoid conflict when it may be necessary
- Fierce debating is viewed as a strength
- Don’t give in to get along
- Refuse to allow emotion to affect mood
- Know Instigators view showing emotion as a personal weakness and leadership flaw
ACTIVATE YOUR INNER STRENGTHS
What better list for Empathizers divined by Instigators in close talks with Empathizers? Although you were born an Empathizer, you can walk/talk/act and sound off like an Instigator. And why not? You will have more opportunities presented to you that way that you can grab hold of and run with.
ABOUT “TALK DOC” DENNIS O’GRADY
Dr. Dennis O’Grady is a Communication Expert and Developer of the TALK2ME Communication Roadmap. You, too, can profit from better communication! Talk with Dennis at 937-428-0724.