Day #2: The Power of Perspective
Intro to the Me–You–We Framework | YOU

Welcome to Day 2 of the 30-Day Say It Skillfully Challenge! You showed up yesterday–bravo! Today shifts focus from "me" and looks outward to "you". 

The Me–You–We framework is designed for flexibility. You can work it in sequence, or as needed, hone directly in on the part you need most. Yesterday was about leading myself with awareness, and the next skill is truly connecting with others–connecting as human beings, not "project manager to developer" or "sales rep to marketer." Effective communication isn't about what you say; it's about what the other hears.  

When things get tense, it's easy to dig in, defend our position, or assume bad intent. Yet the skillful communicators do something different: they pause and get curious–seeking to understand where the other is coming from, even when it's uncomfortable. Empathy isn't agreement. It's perspective. 

Today's Challenge: As you interact with people through your day, whether a conversation, email, meeting, or moment of tension (past or present), be intentional about asking yourself: "What's going on for the other person? What might they be thinking or feeling? What pressures or priorities may be influencing them?" 
Simply take note of what shifts when you look at the situation through their lens. If you catch yourself resisting or feeling defensive, get curious about why. What assumption might you be making? What might you be missing? 

At the end of the day, pause to reflect on what stood out for you–what new perspectives emerged, and where did your thinking expand (or stay fixed)? Again, there's no right or wrong here. Noticing is the work, and with that awareness comes the choice to respond more thoughtfully the next time.  

Cheering for you to make the most of this 30-day challenge–whether you're recommitting to a resolution, trying something new, or simply choosing to turn over a fresh leaf this year. One small step today can change how you show up all year long. You've got this!