{"id":12942,"date":"2024-03-01T12:00:37","date_gmt":"2024-03-01T17:00:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mymedwellness.com\/blog\/?p=12942"},"modified":"2024-02-08T19:51:02","modified_gmt":"2024-02-09T00:51:02","slug":"speak-to-each-other-like-carpenters-make-their-cuts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mymedwellness.com\/blog\/?p=12942","title":{"rendered":"Speak To Each Other Like Carpenters Make Their Cuts"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"Woman“Measure twice, cut once” is an old carpentry saying, reminding us of the importance of not messing things up by acting before being quite sure of your action. <\/span><\/p>\n

This wisdom also applies to mental well-being. Just like a craftsman takes the time needed to avoid screwups, in our daily lives we can benefit from similar counsel. But for us, let’s call it: <\/span><\/p>\n

“listen twice, speak once.”<\/span><\/p>\n

By actively listening and having the patience to take the time really understand the person in front of you, we foster understanding, avoid hasty judgments, and prevent the relationship screwups that can result. <\/span><\/p>\n

The benefits aren’t just for them. For you, this practice encourages empathy, and builds better relationships in the long term.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

“Measure twice, cut once” is an old carpentry saying, reminding us of the importance of not messing things up by acting before being quite sure of your action. 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