Guest Blogger and Mindfulness Coach, Robyn Povich, has written another soul searching post for us to read and really think about. Whether we want to admit it or not, we all make assumptions about situations and people we encounter. Just like the image reads, "The Problem With Assumptions Is That They Always Come With Blind Spots." It's much more than being right or wrong, it's the effect. Did you hurt someone? Did you prevent yourself from not doing something? Here's something to think about the next time you notice you're making an assumption.
Save
time and just ask.
Do you make assumptions? Do you then act on that assumption?How's that working out for ya? Sometimes you're right, sometimes you're wrong.
So, what stops you from asking for clarity?
I'm too busy. I know. They don't want me to ask.
They'll think I'm ______. More assumptions!
Next time you find yourself making an assumption, consider this: Would you rather have someone create up a story (an assumption) about what you are thinking and feeling? Or, would you prefer if they ask you?
My unsolicited advice almost every time: Save time and just ask.
Take time today to check out your assumptions. You might get to know people and be surprised at what is really going on.
Robyn S. Povich
Mindfulness
Coaching for Life!
703-203-9202 Skype: LuvWhatIs
Peace cannot be
kept by force; it can only be achieved by understanding. ~ Albert Einstein
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