Tag: understanding

Bigger Pictures

So often we are judged by our knee jerk reactions rather than by our thoughtful responses. We’re judged by our reactions when we’re hurt, cornered, fearful, hopeless, and alone rather than by our responses when we’re peacefully and thoughtfully convicted. There is more to us than search results, sound bites, and social media posts. We…

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Don’t Assume

If someone rejects your view or opinion, it’s worth trying to understand why. That requires listening and examining it from the outside. Don’t assume that rejection equates to misunderstanding. They may see a bigger picture than you do, or at least see something you miss.