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Control, Avoidance or Trust?
When a donor goes quiet, should you follow up—or let go? This episode explores how to tell the difference between trust, control, and avoidance, and how to act without trying to control someone else’s choice.
Key Takeaways:
The same action or inaction can come from trust, control, or avoidance; examine what’s driving it.
Follow up to offer useful information or an invitation, not just to relieve your own uncertainty.
Acceptance means recognizing reality and responding; avoidance means trying not to experience something uncomfortable.
Do your part, then respect where your agency ends and…
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