“May I Offer You Some Feedback?”

This question sparks a variety of initial responses in us all. Much is dependent on who is asking , when the question is being asked and how we are feeling about ourselves and our performance at the time. Most likely, the Ego will want to immediately respond, “No, I’m good!” But let’s face it, we are receiving feedback ALL THE TIME. Data in the form of body language, facial expression, tonation, and responses (or lack of responses) is streaming at us and our brains, being the overactive problem solvers that they are, are creating stories. Knowing that, why not be proactive about receiving feedback and increase the likelihood of getting the most helpful interpretation?