Let's Rephrase That
The Art and Science of Speaking and Thinking Differently
I want you to first think about the last conversation you had. Was it a business or personal conversation?
How did it go?
Was there any strife? Did any conflict or disagreement arise?
Could you have handled any portion of the conversation better? Do you wish you had mentioned something or left a few things unsaid?
If you're like most of us, you probably haven't given your last interaction (if any of them) more than a fleeting thought. If you have, it was because something went terribly wrong.
How you look back on it will vary depending on your ego, personality type, and ability to freely self-assess.
As an early-career physician, there was a time when I would have sworn that any harmful interactions were due to others not understanding me or that they were just out to get me.
Pro-tip: If you have more than one or two people "out to get you," you are the problem.
For me, it took many years and a great deal of training and practice to mostly break these habits and move into a more reflective pattern.
Notice what I said, mostly.
