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Fogging

When unjustly criticized, agree partially vs confront: "true I was late".

10 min Advanced

Goal

Drain criticism of its power.

Steps

  1. 1
    Find true part in criticism.
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Expected Outcome

Immediate
Battle ends.

Evidence base

School: Assertiveness

Founders: Manuel Smith (1975)

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Frequently asked questions

How long does "Fogging" take?
This exercise takes about 10 minutes, practiced with another person in a Inner dialogue format.
When will I notice the effect of "Fogging"?
Battle ends. In the short term: Inner calm.
Is "Fogging" evidence-based?
Yes — it draws on Assertiveness (Manuel Smith (1975)). Smith.
Is "Fogging" suitable for beginners?
Its difficulty level is: Advanced. No external tools required — it can be practiced directly inside the app.

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