RESPECT Crossword

Maintain a respectful body language tone and volume when sharing my opinion.
Value the many different sources of knowledge; listening to the entire message without editorializing or interrupting.
Act in ways that edify the group's self-esteem.
Seek first to understand before being understood.
Be honest and explain why.
Always assume good intentions; give people the benefit of the doubt.
Look for places to agree, connect adn support-it helps us to get better solutions.
Make it a safe environment to share-no personal attacks.
Be willing to listen and acknowledge there are other points of view.
Use the timeout gesture to call a timeout.
Listen to the entire message, literally and mentally. Don't interrupt-we are modeling respectful behavior. Out listening implies that we care, even if we don't agree.
Pause/think before you speak or respond.
Check-in before closing the conversation.