Week 9: When Assumptions Take Over A Mental Note to Carry “Assumptions are stories we tell ourselves before the conversation even begins.” Reflection Prompt Think of a recent situation where you assumed someone’s intention. What happened when you later learned more about their perspective? 3 Ways to Interrupt Assumptions This Week 1. Ask a clarifying question before drawing a conclusion. 2. Notice when your mind fills in gaps without evidence. 3. Stay open to the possibility that the story might be incomplete.

Week 8: Curiosity Instead of Certainty A Mental Note to Carry “Curiosity keeps conversations open. Certainty closes them.” Reflection Prompt Think about a disagreement you’ve had recently. What might change if you approached that conversation with curiosity instead of certainty? 3 Ways to Practice Curiosity This Week: 1. Ask one more question before forming a conclusion. 2. Replace “Why would they do that?” with “What might I be missing?” 3. Notice how curiosity softens tension and opens space for understanding.

Week 7: Naming What Matters A Mental Note to Carry “Unspoken expectations quietly shape our relationships.” Reflection Prompt Is there something you wish someone understood about you that you haven’t clearly expressed? What makes it difficult to say it out loud? 3 Gentle Practices for This Week 1. Focus on describing impact rather than assigning blame. 2. Share what matters to you—not just what frustrates you. 3. Start small; clarity grows through practice.

Don't worry, this is low stakes only. What’s one harmless thing that irrationally irritates you? (Think loud typing, people who say “per my last email,” group chats that never end.) We promise not to psychoanalyze this one 🤭 Bonus points if you're able to pinpoint why you find it so annoying lol

Week 6: Interrupting the Automatic Reaction A Mental Note to Carry “The moment between stimulus and response is where change begins.” Reflection Prompt When tension rises, what usually happens first inside you: defensiveness, urgency, silence, frustration? What would it look like to slow that moment down? 3 Ways to Support Yourself This Week 1. Notice the physical signals that tell you you’re getting activated. 2. Give yourself permission to pause before responding. 3. Remember that slowing the moment often changes the direction of the conversation.