The Science of “I Feel” Statements

mohamedtaha

September 16, 2025

It’s classic advice for a reason. But why is starting a sentence with “I feel” so much more effective than “You did”? We break down the neuroscience behind this simple shift and how it can instantly de-escalate a defensive brain.

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