The Feedback Containment Chart Framework

Contain the story

Feedback Storytelling Emotional Intelligence

Problem it solves

poor communication

Best for

Individuals looking to improve their feedback skills and manage their emotions

Not ideal for

Those who are not willing to reflect on their emotions and thoughts

Overview

Why this framework exists

The Feedback Containment Chart Framework is a tool used to contain the story and separate feelings from feedback. It helps individuals understand and manage their emotions, allowing them to receive feedback more effectively.

Core principles

3 total

Contain the story to separate feelings from feedback
Understand and manage emotions to receive feedback effectively
Separate the strands of feeling, story, and feedback

Steps

3 steps

Draw the Balancing Picture
Draw a picture that represents the balance between feelings, story, and feedback. This helps to contain the story and separate feelings from feedback.
Pro tipUse a simple diagram to illustrate the balance between feelings, story, and feedback
WarningFailing to contain the story can lead to emotional overwhelm and decreased ability to receive feedback
Right-Size the Future Consequences
Evaluate the potential consequences of the feedback and right-size them to ensure they are realistic and manageable.
Pro tipConsider the potential impact of the feedback on your goals and well-being
WarningFailing to right-size the future consequences can lead to emotional overwhelm and decreased motivation
Separate the Strands
Separate the strands of feeling, story, and feedback to understand and manage emotions effectively.
Pro tipUse a simple framework to separate the strands, such as a table or diagram
WarningFailing to separate the strands can lead to emotional confusion and decreased ability to receive feedback

Checklist

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Draw the balancing picture to contain the story
Right-size the future consequences to ensure they are realistic and manageable
Separate the strands of feeling, story, and feedback
Use a simple framework to separate the strands

Examples

1 cases

Receiving Feedback

An individual receives feedback that they are not meeting expectations. They use the Feedback Containment Chart to contain the story and separate feelings from feedback, allowing them to understand and manage their emotions effectively.

OutcomeThe individual is able to receive the feedback and use it to improve their performance, without becoming overwhelmed by their emotions.

Common mistakes

2 traps

Failing to Contain the Story

Failing to contain the story can lead to emotional overwhelm and decreased ability to receive feedback. It's essential to use a tool like the Feedback Containment Chart to separate feelings from feedback.

Failing to Right-Size the Future Consequences

Failing to right-size the future consequences can lead to emotional overwhelm and decreased motivation. It's essential to evaluate the potential consequences of the feedback and ensure they are realistic and manageable.