“Alex told me about his experience with an eating disorder, so I told him about my own struggle with binge-eating,” says Camellia. Identify the principle of self-disclosure that Camellia exhibited. Was her response optimal for her relationship with Alex? Describe another potential way of responding and its benefits for their relationships.
What will be an ideal response?
Camellia exhibited the principle that self-disclosure is reciprocal. She disclosed something of similar intimacy. This can lead to a deeper relationship; however, it may not be the optimal response. Because Alex was disclosing something quite intimate and personal to Camellia, it may have been better for her to listen with empathy first rather than to respond in kind. This way, Alex feels listened to and does not feel as if Camellia is attempting to turn the conversation back onto herself.
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