So much of communication is about how our words are received, not just our intention.
Even with the best intentions, our words don’t always land well or have the effect we hope. When our words don’t come across well, it’s important to own that, not shift the blame. It’s a way to stay present, stay open, and choose connection over defensiveness.

✨ You don’t need to fully agree or feel wrong.
✨ You just need to recognize how your words affected the other person.

“I can see how that came across wrong” tells the other person: 👉 “I hear you. I care about how this felt for you.”

When things get tense, try:
💬 “That wasn’t my intention, but I can see now how it landed for you.”
💬 “Thanks for sharing that with me. I want to understand.”
💬 “I see how that felt off to you.”