8.a. I was treated with disrespect and indignity by influential EAs.
Needs not fulfilled: respect
Associated emotions: anger
Description: “People with significant power within EA have disrespected me in our interactions. They often showed up late to our meetings with little or no communication. They’ve used negative labels like ‘stupid’ or ‘incompetent’ to describe me. They’ve ignored my messages or emails without explanation despite our ongoing relationship. They’ve violated or frequently pushed the limits of my boundaries, like insisting on discussing topics I said I wasn’t comfortable with. I feel indignant at being treated this way.”
8.b. I was treated with respect and dignity by influential EAs.
Needs fulfilled: respect
Associated emotions: security, calmness
Description: “People with significant power within EA have consistently treated me with respect and professionalism in our interactions. They reliably show up on time to our meetings and communicate promptly if they need to reschedule. I’ve never been called derogatory names or had my competence dismissed. They respond to my messages and emails in a timely manner, maintaining the courtesy you’d expect in any professional relationship. Most importantly, they respect my boundaries and comfort levels. Their respectful conduct has made me feel welcomed and appreciated within the community.”
8. Personal treatment by influential EAs
8.a. I was treated with disrespect and indignity by influential EAs.
Needs not fulfilled: respect
Associated emotions: anger
Description: “People with significant power within EA have disrespected me in our interactions. They often showed up late to our meetings with little or no communication. They’ve used negative labels like ‘stupid’ or ‘incompetent’ to describe me. They’ve ignored my messages or emails without explanation despite our ongoing relationship. They’ve violated or frequently pushed the limits of my boundaries, like insisting on discussing topics I said I wasn’t comfortable with. I feel indignant at being treated this way.”
8.b. I was treated with respect and dignity by influential EAs.
Needs fulfilled: respect
Associated emotions: security, calmness
Description: “People with significant power within EA have consistently treated me with respect and professionalism in our interactions. They reliably show up on time to our meetings and communicate promptly if they need to reschedule. I’ve never been called derogatory names or had my competence dismissed. They respond to my messages and emails in a timely manner, maintaining the courtesy you’d expect in any professional relationship. Most importantly, they respect my boundaries and comfort levels. Their respectful conduct has made me feel welcomed and appreciated within the community.”