18. Rate Through Encouragement Boost a peer’s writing talents by encouragement. Support builds writing capabilities through raised serotonin .
Avoid punishing mistakes through negativity that sends stress hormones –or cortisol – that kill growth possibilities.
Pre-empt all feedback with appreciation. The brain fuels creativity with serotonin –increased by appreciation.
What if you rated every person as you would like to be rated?
What if your feedback opened innovative pathways for another person’s progress?