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Receive With Curiosity

When receiving triggering feedback, pause 6 seconds, then ask "tell me more".

15 min Advanced

Goal

Convert defense reflex to exploration.

Steps

  1. 1
    Notice physical trigger pulse.
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Expected Outcome

Immediate
Calm instead of defense.

Evidence base

School: Receiving Feedback

Founders: Douglas Stone · Sheila Heen (2014)

Stone & Heen — Harvard Negotiation Project.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does "Receive With Curiosity" take?
This exercise takes about 15 minutes, practiced solo in a Written reflection format.
When will I notice the effect of "Receive With Curiosity"?
Calm instead of defense. In the short term: Learn what you wouldn't hear.
Is "Receive With Curiosity" evidence-based?
Yes — it draws on Receiving Feedback (Douglas Stone, Sheila Heen (2014)). Stone & Heen — Harvard Negotiation Project.
Is "Receive With Curiosity" suitable for beginners?
Its difficulty level is: Advanced. No external tools required — it can be practiced directly inside the app.

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