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Two Simple Questions to Practice Everyday Inclusion
Physician Daniela Bortman explains how to offer support without awkwardness and build more empathetic relationships.
Knowing how to act when someone needs support is not always easy. Physician Daniela Bortman shares two essential questions to foster inclusion and welcoming support with respect and ease.
Often, the fear of making a mistake or causing embarrassment creates unnecessary distance between people. When it comes to welcoming others and practicing inclusion, good intentions must go hand in hand with respecting someone's autonomy. Speaking on Donas da Voz, physician Daniela Bortman highlighted that two simple actions can break down these social barriers with ease and warmth.
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The importance of not imposing support
When noticing that someone around you may be facing a challenge, the first golden rule is never to impose your help. Instead of taking over or assuming what the person needs, the recommendation is to take a direct and gentle approach: "Do you need help?". This initial consideration respects their personal space, avoids discomfort, and leaves the choice entirely up to them.
Asking how to help and being open to learn
If the person says yes, the second essential step comes into play: "How can I help you? Teach me". For Daniela Bortman, this mindset demonstrates humility and a genuine desire to provide meaningful support. By letting the person lead the process and guide how they wish to be helped, a solid bridge of dialogue, respect, and true inclusion is built.
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