The first step to healing a ruptured relationship is to understand the other person’s point of view.Try to figure out what that person might be feeling and then say it in a way that invites her to elaborate. Until you acknowledge the other person’s position, she is unlikely to be open to yours. She may listen, but she won’t hear.When you demonstrate a willingness to listen with a minimum of defensiveness, criticism, or impatience, you are giving the gift of understanding—and earning the right to have it reciprocated.from The Lost Art of Listening.
The waywards should read this too. Oh I guess I'm not detaching yet...!!!!
11/4/15 W revealed EA/2 months later became PA with co-worker Reconciling since late April 2016 Don't give up until it's time, then move on Be patient, strong and kind but never a doormat
