Just Slow Down, I Don’t Think So
Have you ever been told “You need to slow down” and felt like the floor fell out from under you? Sometimes it lands harder than expected. When you’re wired for action, being told to slow down can feel like having the gas and the brakes pressed at the same time. You might be a Mover if… you feel most alive when you’re taking action.
You recognize the other person thinks they are trying to help by preventing burnout or avoiding mistakes. But instead of feeling supported, your energy drops and momentum fades.
🔎 In moments like this, it helps to use language that keeps the conversation open. Something like: “I prefer to be decisive and take immediate action when I see a clear path forward.”
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