How To Respond To Tough Love

 

7 ways to respond to genuine tough love

1. Listen to understand first. You cannot hear if you are preparing to defend your position at the same time.
2. Be open-minded. ...
3. Look at it from the other person's perspective. ...
4. Pause before replying. ...
5. Recognize your feelings. ...
6. Acknowledge the feedback. ...
7. Take it on the chin.