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Communicating respectfully across differences: Untangling intent from impact.

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David Loewen
Oct 06, 2022
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we’re all wired differently: DL, 2022

Untangling intent from impact is a critical skill when communicating respectfully across differences. Don’t assume that someone intended the impacts you feel.

And don’t assume too quickly it’s an “-ism” (e.g. racism, sexism, ableism, ageism, etc.).

It seems there is an uptick in ‘respectful workplace’ complaints and ch…

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