DBT · DBT

GIVE Skill

Interpersonal effectiveness for the relationship

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GIVE — the DBT interpersonal skill for keeping the RELATIONSHIP while asking, refusing, or negotiating.

G — Gentle
No attacks, threats, judgments
I — Interested
Listen and appear interested
V — Validate
Acknowledge the other's experience
E — Easy manner
Smile, light touch, not deadly serious
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