If you broke it, get used to being checked on. That’s not disrespect. That’s the repair bill.

RESILIENCE

WHAT THIS MEANS

Being watched after a breach is part of the repair rather than an insult added on top. The other person is not trying to humiliate you, they are gathering evidence, because evidence is the only material trust is made of. Objecting to the checking tends to slow the whole thing down. Taking it calmly is the quickest way through.

Answer the questions without sighing and without pointing out how long it has been. Offer the update before anyone asks for it. When the checking eventually stops, you will know the account has settled.

A QUESTION TO SIT WITH

What are you still paying for after breaking someone’s trust?

MORE IN CHOICE & CONSEQUENCE

Free, with nothing to buy inside it.