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think/evaluate your action. This will teach you to respond correctly and over a period of time, it will
help you evolve into a happier person.

React vs. Respond FAQs

What is the definition of react?

A reaction is quick; in most cases, it is instant and rarely preceded by any thought process. This is the
simplest definition of react. The problems begin to arise because we choose to react to a situation
without understanding the person on the other side. Unfortunately, this does not hurt much until you are
at the receiving end.

What is the definition of respond?

The exact opposite of an instant reaction is a carefully thought-out response. When you control the urge
to react immediately, you are actually giving it a chance to carefully evaluate the circumstances. Based
on this evaluation, the mind will recommend the best possible response. This is broadly the definition of
respond.

How do you get control over a react?

Learning to control how you react requires patient and consistent effort. Each time you get charged up
to react instantaneously, you need to calm your mind and divert your focus. This simple trick helps you
buy more time to evaluate the matter and respond in the best possible way.

How do you respond rather than react?

Reacting vs. responding, it is important to know the difference and act accordingly in different
situations. If you want to learn how to respond, you need to evaluate situations logically. The simple
trick to do so is to be strong and consciously avoid the impulse to react.

What does respond instead of reacting mean?

What you believe drives your reaction. But your response is driven by your belief and has a logic to
support your action. Also, since the action is justified by logic, you are less likely to hurt the sentiments
of the person on the other side. -end-

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