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Listen Without Fixing
Don't try to "fix" friend's feelings — be a well that holds, not a tissue that wipes.
Goal
Hold pain not shrink it.
Steps
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1
Listen.
Expected Outcome
Immediate
Feels not alone.
Evidence base
School: Compassion
Founders: Pema Chödrön (1997)
Chödrön — When Things Fall Apart.
Keywords
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Frequently asked questions
How long does "Listen Without Fixing" take?
This exercise takes about 20 minutes, practiced with another person in a Inner dialogue format.
When will I notice the effect of "Listen Without Fixing"?
Feels not alone. In the short term: Complete trust.
Is "Listen Without Fixing" evidence-based?
Yes — it draws on Compassion (Pema Chödrön (1997)). Chödrön — When Things Fall Apart.
Is "Listen Without Fixing" suitable for beginners?
Its difficulty level is: Advanced. No external tools required — it can be practiced directly inside the app.
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