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From: zleyyij <75810274+zleyyij@users.noreply.github.com>
Date: Wed, 17 Jul 2024 16:59:20 -0600
Subject: [PATCH] vault backup: 2024-07-17 16:59:20

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 We generally handle important conversations *poorly*, strong emotions make people worse at communicating effectively, not better. Our natural instincts are to push back against that communication because it's hard, and it triggers our fight or flight instincts. This means we won't be receptive to new information, and we'll likely respond in a way that's not irrational and hurts the situation for both parties. It usually takes conscious effort to be mindful of your thoughts and feelings, process them fully and rationally, then respond to the other party in a rational way.
 
-*personal note*: When we get emotional, the *limbic system* in our brain begins to take control. We stop being rational, and we literally do not process things with
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+*personal note*: When we get emotional, the *limbic system* in our brain begins to take control. We stop being rational, and we literally do not process things with the same amount of brainpower that we'd use normally. This is why it's so important to recognize when you're emotional, and why it's important to avoid letting conversations get ruled by emotion.
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