Taking Action
Defensiveness
Body language!
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🛡️ Defensiveness Shows Up Fast
Like throwing your hands up before you even know why.
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🧍♂️ Your Body Knows First
Crossed arms.
Tight jaw.
Snapping back without thinking.
Slide 3
⚙️ It’s Old Wiring
Old bad habits — just your system trying to protect you.
Slide 4
👂 You Can’t Learn on Guard
Real growth starts when you stop swinging and start listening.
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🧠 It’s Not Easy — It’s Worth It
Being open feels risky.
But it builds better conversations, and stronger relationships.
Slide 6
📉 Drop the Shield
Take the hit — if it’s true. Use it. Look at it.
Slide 7
📈 Become more aware
Real change comes from awareness, not defense.
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Updated: November 2023