Theory of Mind Quiz
Take the quiz to see how you would respond to disappointed, hurt, or frustration when perceiving a disconnect with others.
Take the quiz to see how you would respond to disappointed, hurt, or frustration when perceiving a disconnect with others.
The technical name for tit-for-tat is “tu quoque” or “you also.” It’s the fallacy where we dodge accountability for our own behaviour by pointing out someone else’s. Does it work? Nope.
The Ice Cream Scoop of Character and Context doesn’t require us to excuse anyone’s behaviour or pretend we’re not annoyed. It just helps us portion out responsibility more accurately between person and situation.
Ad hominem means “against the person” and it is an illogical – and unkind – way of trying to win an argument. Here’s how to respond to them well.
Are you un-communicating? And, if so, what do you think about adding a little more warmth or curiosity to your interactions?