Perhaps: Consider the positives and negatives in an apprecitive sort of way ... Re: [Ailist] "Staying Positive"

[Lionel Boxer]

Is this what we need to do: Consider the positives and negatives in an apprecitive sort of way.

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>>> Cindy Manning <cmanning1 at comcast.net> 27/11/08 2:07 PM >>>
I have appreciated the generative thread of this conversation.    
Julie, what you say here really rings true for me.  I'm thinking  
leaving the word "Positive" out of the conversation is actually most  
helpful when dealing with trauma.  What I really appreciate about this  
story from Rwanda is both the acknowledgement of the trauma and  
listening to the people as they shared their experience (I'm assuming  
listening with compassion and unconditional respect) and also the  
acknowledgement of their intrinsic ability and strength. (appreciating  
what gives life)    This seems so respectful and empathetic, and  
genuine.   Thank you for sharing this story.  I will use it in my work  
with groups.