Part of
Tags
communication
Key Info
The "I notice" reaction card facilitates pure observation of sensory input without interpretation or evaluation.
Description
Describe what you concretely see or hear – without judging it.
Purpose
This reaction card helps you provide pure observation without interpretation or evaluation. It focuses on direct sensory input: what your eyes see, your ears hear, or your other senses perceive.
When to Use
- When you want to point out factual elements
- To establish a shared understanding of what's present
- As a foundation for further discussion
- When separating observation from interpretation matters
Examples
- "I notice the diagram shows three interconnected circles"
- "I notice the timeline spans six months"
- "I notice there are five bullet points on this slide"
- "I notice the speaker paused after mentioning the budget"
Tips
- Avoid words like "good," "bad," "should," or "wrong"
- Stick to verifiable facts
- Use neutral, descriptive language
- Focus on what is present, not what's missing