For example, you might tell your spouse, or another person you care about, "I learned something really cool today." You hope that he or she will "turn toward" you by replying with something like, "Oh? Tell me about it," as opposed to shutting you down: "Can't you see I'm busy?!!!"
2. Politely turn down bids for attention.
Demonstrate interest in what the people you care about have to say, but make clear the practical limits on your time and attention.
3. "Maintain your bearing" in stressful negative situations. In other words, don't freak out.
4. It's okay to screw up... as long as you make amends or apologize afterwards.
5. Appreciate the people we care about out loud.
6. Do not treat the people we care about with contempt.
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