Strategy Bites

Pause and Reflect

When you receive difficult feedback, it’s natural to feel defensive or upset, especially if it feels unfair or is delivered harshly. This tactic focuses on giving yourself time to process the feedback calmly before responding. This can help reduce stress and allow you to handle the situation more effectively.
Level of difficulty

Easy

Est. time required

5-10 minutes for the initial pause

Series

Leading Yourself

Audience

Everyone