The do-over is a crucial tool for repairing relationships after mistakes. Instead of focusing on achieving perfection and avoiding errors, successful relationships require skills for handling mistakes effectively. Acknowledging errors and responding constructively fosters trust and safety in the relationship. When partners know they can learn and be forgiven, it strengthens their bond. Mistakes, when addressed with care, promote resilience and emotional safety, allowing partners to support each other through challenges rather than adding to existing stress.
Mistakes handled well actually strengthen individuals and relationships more than not making mistakes.
The goal for strong relationships is not to eliminate mistakes but to get very good at handling them.
Handling mistakes well creates a relationship where it is safe to get it wrong and safe to learn.
If we don't know how to repair and recover from the injuries of mistakes, there is increased pressure to be perfect.
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