Decide On The Right Action

Now that you’ve navigated the emotion(s) with compassion and curiosity, you’re ready to decide on the right thing to do.

Unlike action that’s underpinned by fear or shame, conscious action is pro-social by nature because it’s aligned with your values and leads to feelings of goodness and mastery, both essential for authentic self-worth.

You may realize that you can safely let go of the thought and move on. You may realize that you need to meet the other person to clarify what you said—or to apologize.