🤗 How to sound less blamey

I feel criticized.

If you find yourself saying something like that, try to help yourself be heard more compassionately by saying instead:

I feel in pain.

I feel scared.

I feel anxious.

I feel frustrated.

I feel humiliated.

I feel angry.

I feel embarrassed.

And here are some needs you could ask for:

I need understanding.

I need acknowledgement.

I need recognition.

I need accountability.

I need respectful communication.