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See It From Their Side

Stuck in a disagreement or struggling to understand someone's behaviour? You'll get a fresh perspective by stepping into their shoes, a clearer picture of what's really going on, and a practical next step to move things forward.

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✨ The Prompt — Copy This
I'm having a disagreement or difficulty with [who — e.g. my partner, a colleague, a family member] about [briefly describe the situation]. From my point of view, [explain how you see it and why it bothers you]. I genuinely can't understand why they [describe their behaviour or position].

Please help me see this from multiple angles:

1. First, summarise what I seem to want and need from this situation.
2. Then, step into the other person's shoes and explain how they might genuinely see this — what might they be feeling, what might matter to them, and what might they be worried about?
3. Finally, imagine a neutral outsider watching this situation — what would they notice that neither of us can see?

Based on all three perspectives, suggest one practical thing I could say or do next that would help move things forward.
Top Tip Be as honest as you can about your own feelings — the more real your description, the more useful the other perspectives will be. Remember to not include personal details
By The Prompt Toolbox Team