In this episode, Dona discuss: Are you responsible for other people’s feelings? Communicating with clear and concise language Where do hurt feelings typically come from? Owning our own feelings and emotions Key takeaways: We typically have thoughts and emotions in response to what other people say to us. However, we have no control over what other people feel or what they don't feel. Those feelings are yours and yours alone. When you communicate in clear and concise language, others are more inclined to respond in clear and concise language, resulting in a stronger bond between you. Expectations that are not met are the most common source of hurt feelings. Look at your own expectations behind the hurt feeling. Owning our own feelings and emotions helps us maintain a clear perspective, communicate effectively, and hear each other differently. "Owning your emotions and feelings as yours and yours alone creates much better communication.” - Dona Joy Airey Connect with Dona Joy Airey: Website: https://www.facebook.com/djairey Email: dona@transformingwithin.com Phone: 502-420-9911 LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/donajairey To submit questions: Join the Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/makingsenseofemotions/ Email me with "Podcast Question" in the subject line. Talk Directly to Dona Joy? If you would like a 30 minute Gift Discovery session with Dona Joy, let her know and she will send you a link to her scheduler.  This session is all for you.  No sales or promotion. Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it.