Validating statements

Before we dive into examples of validating statements, I am going to expand your understanding of validation and how it is a great way to build emotional connection and allow someone to express emotional experiences. It will also be beneficial to know what invalidating statements sound like so you can avoid using them with a…

Discover how to listen without giving advice and how to validation someone's feelings without agreeing....Validation is the act of helping someone feel heard and understood. Find out how you can give emotional validation and show emotional support in relationships.

The intention is that your loving inner parent uses these statements as a gift to your wounded inner child. Let your inner child know you hear and see them and then validate their experiences. It is a powerful process.

Mindful Marriage on Instagram: "Validating statements soften hard conversations and make them more intimate. Here are a few examples. It is simple, but it makes a big difference in the connection you feel with your partner when things feel tense. Give it a try! 💙 ✨ How and when do YOU feel the most validated by your partner?"

Our Emotional Validating vs Emotional Invalidating Statements Poster for Mental Health Professionals (Digital PDF) can be downloaded and printed by you or printed professionally for your mental health practice.

Validating someone’s feelings means acknowledging and accepting their emotions as real and understandable, regardless of whether you agree with them or not. This can involve listening to their concerns without trying to change their mind, offering support and empathy, and recognizing that their feelings are valid and important to them. By validating someone’s feelings, you show them that you care about their well-being and are willing to listen and understand their perspective.