Creating Intentional Interactions for Stronger Relationships

We have been talking about setting boundaries, managing our energy, and creating intentional interactions. Have you considered the simple fact that if a person does show up, but perhaps not to the extent or level you expected or needed, it was nothing more than them managing the energy that they had to give out? 

This situation can play out in your professional world, as well as your personal life. We have seen time and time again: good companies make mistakes with their employees or customers. When that happens, they have to go above and beyond to correct what went wrong and make it right, which still may not be enough. However, if the intent is positive but lacks execution, there is still a chance for redemption. 

This does not take away from the necessity of communicating expectations ahead of those interactions. But what I have seen is an uptick in individuals assuming that others know what they need rather than clearly communicating them. With communication comes clarity and the ability for both parties to be on the same page. 

Slowing down to speed up is a concept we have discussed previously and it also applies here. Life is going fast but if we slow down, gain the clarity that we need and communicate expectations to all parties, our ability to get shit done with harmony and excitement is there. And we are all just trying to get shit done. 

But what if we transformed our perspective of how others are getting their shit done? Could this lead to more kindness? Could this lead to fewer conflicts and destruction of relationships? 

So let’s be intentional with our interactions. Let’s intentionally extend the benefit of the doubt. Let’s intentionally appreciate whatever level of showing up the other human has brought to the table. You never know when you may need this same level of kindness or olive branch extended your way.