A friend doesn’t return your call. A coworker sends a short message. Someone walks past without saying hello.
It’s easy to create a story about what happened.
Maybe they’re upset. Maybe you did something wrong. Maybe they’re ignoring you.
But what if they’re simply busy, distracted, or dealing with something you know nothing about?
We sometimes spend more time reacting to our assumptions than understanding the situation.
Before reaching a conclusion, ask a question or give someone the benefit of the doubt.
You might save yourself unnecessary frustration and protect a relationship in the process.
The Simplifier’s Take: Don’t let an assumption become a fact without checking it.
Before you decide what someone’s actions mean, make sure you’re not filling in the blanks with your own assumptions.
– Orlando Espinosa | The Simplifier of Information®