Joe was known for his commanding presence, and for driving results within the organization. His decisiveness and ability to focus on key issues and solutions made him a valuable asset to his company.
However, there were times when Joe was blinded by his own abilities and unable to see other courses of action that were in the best interest of the company and critical stakeholders.
Here are four strategies:. At the root of all stubbornness is the fear of letting go of your own ideas, convictions, decisions and at times, identity. You have 1 free article s left this month. From loud outbursts to imposing their opinion on others, stubbornness can become visibly distressing. We encounter such people everywhere, and communicating with them can sometimes become frustrating and exhausting. However, there are some easy ways to deal with them.
Dr Ishita Mukerji, senior psychologist at Kaleidoscope, a mental wellness centre mentions eight ways to interact with stubborn people , and bring them on the same page as yours:. Be gentle and slow: Progress slowly in a conversation. Give time and be patient, to help a rigid mind open up. Break the conversation into parts: Ensure that the conversation is broken down into small parts.
This helps the other to understand your perspective. Ask them the reason for their stubbornness : Politely ask them for a reason for their stubbornness. It can make them self-conscious and help them reflect on their behavior, while addressing their inner needs and giving them insight into their actions. Be considerate of their opinions: Be a good listener. Try to understand the reasons why they are emphasizing on a certain point. They would rather argue than suffer a blow to their ego.
This is especially prevalent in fights between romantic partners. I used to be very stubborn. I deflected that criticism by blaming her for not taking enough interest in my new passion fitness — this happened when I first became a personal trainer. I should have accepted that I was wrong. Relationships require time and attention to flourish. An apology would have got me a lot farther than being stubborn. Stubborn people cheat themselves out of growth and transformation.
They cling to past beliefs in a misguided effort to protect themselves from change. Could you imagine how ignorant we would all be if scientists behaved in this way? We would still be under the impression that the Earth is a flat object in the center of the universe. No, thanks. Look at life as if it is an evolutionary process. When viewed from that perspective, it becomes completely acceptable to change your mind. Let a childlike curiosity guide you through every day. Ask yourself hard questions that might force you to reconsider your stance.
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