I've already read ahead, but before I write about the next section, I thought Id circle back to bids. Since reading this, I've tried to be mindful of my interactions with others. I think of how often I provide away responses. My son might mention a youtube video he's watching, and I ask him about his homework instead. My co-worker comes to vent about an email he received and since I'm in the middle of something, I'm not fully engaged.
Just thinking about how these bids accumulate over time and how they are interpreted on both sides has been kind of eye-opening. So, I've tried not to take the small talk lightly.
Your sister in guilt. I strive to be fully engaged, but it's a challenge. Like when my boyfriend goes on and on about cars. I care more about cup holders than engines.
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