DBT · DBT

Radical Genuineness

Level 6 validation — equal to equal

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Level 6 validation — treating the other person as an equal, capable adult, not as fragile. The most powerful (and most misused) form of validation.

Person + situation

How I could accidentally patronize instead

Radically genuine response (equal to equal)

Radical genuineness is peer-to-peer respect, not permission to be harsh. If it wounds, it isn't genuineness — it's projection.

Option One

Print-ready PDF. Instant download — no account needed. We email you a copy too.

Option Two

Every worksheet, plus 80 interactive tools your client opens on their phone. No app. No login.

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