The Power of Affirmation: How to Build Stronger Relationships | Episode 152
Release Date: 03/13/2024
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info_outlineIn this episode of the Daron Earlewine podcast, Daron and his guests discuss the importance of seeing, knowing, affirming, and giving in relationships. They explore how social media has affected our ability to truly see and know others, and the need for genuine affirmation in a culture of comparison. They also delve into the power of speaking the truth in love and the impact it can have on building strong relationships. Ultimately, they emphasize the value of being a blessing to others and the transformative effect it can have on both parties involved.
Key Takeaways:
- SKAG as a framework for relationships: See people, Know them deeper, Affirm their true selves, Give or Bless their lives.
- The impact of social media on the way individuals seek affirmation, both positively and negatively.
- The importance of genuine affirmation that recognizes a person's core identity and character.
- The biblical perspective on relationships, particularly the power of speaking truth in love.
- The discussion around 'blessing' that directs towards a giving and purposeful engagement with others.
Quotes:
- “As an ambassador of Jesus. And what's the essence of my calling? To do exactly what Jesus did to me, for me, for us to see us, to know us, to affirm us, to love us, like to bless us with his presence."
- "We've created a false reality, a virtual reality of non-relationships to be seen, known, and affirmed."
- "We all want someone to make us feel good about something."
- "Speak the truth in love about who you are, right? This is who God's created you to be. Let me affirm. Let me speak the truth in love about."
- "What words are coming out of my mouth and my relationships regularly, where I'm looking for an opportunity, what can I say today to build Julie up according to her needs?"
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