Handling Offense: Building Resilience in Life and Leadership
Words hurt. Words are powerful, words are strong, but let's try and take offense in stride and not allow things to get us to the point where it's eating us up, when we really want to stick it to the other person.
Stephanie Olson dives into a topic that hits close to home for many of us: getting offended. We all experience it, but how we handle that offense can make a world of difference. In this episode, Stephanie explores the ways we can respond to hurt and pain, emphasizing the importance of resilience. She shares personal stories and expert advice on confronting situations maturely and respectfully rather than letting anger or bitterness take over.
Conflict resolution, she suggests, can be a positive opportunity for growth and honest conversations. Stephanie also touches on how different priorities can affect friendships and the necessity of choosing whether to maintain those relationships. Holding onto resentment only harms us, not the person who offended us. Instead, she advocates for forgiveness and the role of faith in overcoming offense. In today's divisive climate, it's crucial to avoid engaging in social media fights and to communicate respectfully when someone offends us.
Join Stephanie Olson as she sheds light on these everyday struggles and offers practical advice for building resilience in life and leadership.