https://www.themindfulcounselo....r.me/blog/dont-react
At its core, reacting is an instinctual, often unconscious response to an external trigger. It’s the knee-jerk reaction we all have when faced with a difficult situation or conflict. In contrast, responding is a more thoughtful and deliberate approach. It’s the ability to pause, assess the situation, and then decide how to act based on reason rather than emotion.