“Between stimulus and response, there is a space. In that space lies our freedom and power to choose our response. In our response lies our growth and our freedom.”
— Stephen Covey
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When something happens to us, like someone saying something rude or unexpected, we have a moment to decide how to react. This little moment is very important. It gives us the choice to either react quickly, maybe with anger, or to think first and respond calmly. By choosing to think before we respond, we can grow as people and feel more in control of our actions. For example, if someone at work criticizes your project, instead of getting upset right away, you can take a deep breath and calmly ask for more details. This thoughtful response can lead to better understanding and improvement, showing that you can handle situations well.
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