Interact Courageously

Healthy communication regardless of culture, gender, race, or ethnicity begins with the skill and ability to express oneself clearly, cleanly, and honestly. Intention, willingness, and mindful effort are necessary for courageous interacting.

The language of certain cultures do a better job of expression by their inherent architecture. Other languages need more help by the users. Culture, family, education, and professional life patterns play into your comfort and with rules in your head and on your heart regarding whether emotional expression is safe. Therefore, it can be a journey of trial and learning.

Articulating how you feel by simply stating “I feel [happy, mad, sad, glad],” “I think [x thought]” and “I want [x outcome]” opens up a dialog for clarifying, receptive sharing, reflective reacting, and holding space. Space for your own and another’s emotions without building an operating model of stuffing emotions down, talking around the topic, and/or taking everything personally.

Your emotional expression is valid.