Sunday, May 26, 2013

PERCEPTION ISN'T ALWAYS REALITY

 My thoughts and perceptions determine my reality.  So often they lead me on a ‘wild, bumpy, and totally unnecessary’ ride.  I end up assuming you meant something you never intended or interpreting your actions without checking out my judgments.  Then I react to these experiences and create drama and misunderstanding.  Sometimes you do this to me and I stand shaking my head and wondering 'what just happened?'  How much time have I wasted in useless worry, anger, and hurt because I didn’t make sure intentionality matched up with perception.
Today, I make a commitment to myself and to you.  I will take a moment to clarify my beliefs and make sure I’m receiving your messages accurately before I respond.  I will also ask what you are hearing me say to assure I’m being heard and understood.  Perception is not always reality. 

1 comment:

  1. This is so true! For those of us who tend to react before thinking, it's a lifelong journey to give ourselves time to reflect, breathe, and seek understanding before we jump to conclusions. Thanks for this timely reminder!

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