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Emotionally Intelligent People Use 3 Short Phrases to Stop Getting Defensive and Strengthen Their Relationships

Defensiveness is a normal feeling when we feel under attack. How do you manage that feeling with emotional intelligence?

Emotionally Intelligent People Use 3 Short Phrases to Stop Getting Defensive and Strengthen Their Relationships

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Defensiveness is a normal feeling when we feel under attack.

How do you manage that feeling with emotional intelligence?

Defensiveness is a normal feeling when we feel under attack. But how do you manage that feeling with emotional intelligence?

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