Prepping for the week

I read the chapter on "Verbal Judo" in Dr. Burns' book "Feeling Good."  I have a meeting with my future customer this week in addition to my usual meetings.  I've stated before that I tend to forecast conflict and doom.  Re-reading this chapter every now and then helps me feel better about dealing with any conflict that may arise.  I think I've gotten better at handling dissent during meetings and conversations, and reading this chapter has helped.  Have a social event to attend in a bit, so I'll prepare for that.