Seeing Through Their Eyes

Guessing the Need Behind Their Words

In this session, you’ll practice stepping into the other person’s perspective. By imagining the need that may have been driving their words or actions, you begin to reconnect with your shared humanity and soften the distance between you.

Your Practice:

1. Choose One Specific Moment
Write down a sentence or action from the other person that triggered you. Keep it simple — just one line.

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2. Become a Detective
Using your needs list, ask yourself: What might they have been needing in that moment? Write down a few possibilities and circle the one that feels most resonant.

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3. Find the Common Ground
Notice how that need also exists in you. Where in your life do you experience that same need? How does recognising this shift your perspective?