Have you ever made an assumption only to have it blow up on you? This week, we want to learn to stop making assumptions.
When I first joined the Charity Cases cycling team and committed to riding a 350-mile-long tour to Nebraska as my first big trip, I assumed Nebraska was flat. All of you well-meaning people who said, “Oh, but Nebraska is flat, isn't it?” well, thanks, but Nebraska's not flat.
Now, I survived that particular assumption. However, every day, millions, maybe even billions, of people make huge assumptions about other people's thoughts, motives, and character.
In his landmark book Four Agreements, Don Miguel Ruiz says, “Don't make assumptions. Find the courage to ask questions and express what you really want. Communicate with others clearly, as this one agreement can avoid misunderstanding, sadness, and drama. You can completely transform your life.”
Steve Maraboli once asked, “How would your life be different if you stopped making negative judgments and assumptions about the people you encounter?”
Well, this week's assignment is, in his own words, “Let today be the day you look for the good in everyone you meet and respect their journey.
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