D.I.E.: Self-Awareness Tool
Be aware of and understand your perceptions
D.I.E. method:
Forces us to pause between steps and before we jump to conclusions
Step 1. Describe
The information gathered when we see, hear, smell, touch, taste
Step 2. Interpret
What we think about when we see, hear, smell, touch, taste Consider other options: what else could it be / mean / etc.?
Step 3. Evaluation
What we feel about what we think and what kind of assessment of value - positive, negative or neutral, we attach to our interpretation
Using the "I" Statement instead of the "You" statement
Template: "I have a concern. When I saw your (behavior), consequences happened. I felt (feeling). I would like positive outcome. How would you feel about trying preference / suggestion?"
Creating "I" statements
1. Identify a problem / scenario
2. Claim ownership of your perceptions of the problem
3. Describe the behavior that presents the problem
4. Express the concrete consequences of the problem
5. Express the feelings you experience as a result of the problem
6. Express a preference for change, asking for ideas and perhaps offering suggestions