Ten Real-life Instances of Shifting Negative Perspectives to Positive Perspectives in Diverse Settings
The shift from Negative to Positive
1
"I don't think that's going to work."
"I see your point and wonder if we could explore alternative approaches."
2
"I hate this idea; it's not practical at all."
"I have reservations about the feasibility, but I'm open to discussing potential solutions."
3
"That's a terrible plan; we should scrap it.". "I believe there might be room for improvement in the plan; can we brainstorm enhancements?"
"I believe there might be room for improvement in the plan; can we brainstorm enhancements?"
4
"This is a waste of time; I won't participate."
"I'm not fully aligned with the purpose; can we discuss the objectives to ensure clarity?"
5
"I can't stand the way this team operates."
"I've observed some challenges in our teamwork; could we explore strategies for improvement?"
6
"Your approach is completely wrong."
"I have a different perspective; can we discuss the rationale behind our respective viewpoints?"
7
"I'm not interested in your opinion."
"I value diverse opinions; can you share more about your perspective so I can better
understand?"
8
"Your approach is completely wrong."
"I have a different perspective; can we discuss the rationale behind our respective viewpoints?"
9
“I disagree; your idea is just not good."
"I see where you're coming from, but I have a different viewpoint; let's discuss both sides."
10
"Your presentation was awful; you're not cut out for this."
"I noticed some areas for improvement in the presentation; could we discuss ways to enhance it?"
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