Printable PDF Download: How We Fight, Flight, Freeze and Fawn in Difficult Conversations | Adapting A Learning Mindset

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When our sense of self depends on being “right,” challenging information from opposing viewpoints is often seen as a threat. Instead of being able to listen and respond thoughtfully, we automatically react. I think these reactions can be categorized into the same categories used when neurobiologists talk about how humans react to more visceral threats (like 🐻 and 🧛🏼!): fight, flight, freeze, and fawn.

A learning mindset (or “growth mindset”) seeks opportunities to learn and grow. It values – in self and others – the capacity to learn, reflect, respond thoughtfully, and change one’s mind when new information shifts old beliefs. That's what this resource illustrates. 

Suggested Uses: Mental health professionals may find this tool especially helpful with clients who may need support in processing new (and possibly challenging) information.

Learn More: For more information on this topic, read the article: How We Fight, Flight, Freeze and Fawn in Difficult Conversations: Adapting A Learning Mindset. This product is available as a free pdf for Lindsay’s Patreon members.

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