What’s Below the Surface?
by Bert Oliva
Have you ever seen a picture of an iceberg? Only a small fraction of the mammoth structure sticks out of the water. We as human beings are very much like icebergs – what you see on the outside is a miniscule percentage of what is going on inside each of us.
When we make assumptions about someone or a situation, we are making one-sided judgments based solely on the “iceberg” we can see. Because we are not seeing the whole picture, these assumptions are often inaccurate which can lead to confusion, hurt, and upset in our relationships.
Stop assuming and, worse yet, taking action based on those assumptions. Start asking questions to get clarity and see the whole “iceberg” before making a decision you can’t undo. This one extra step makes navigating life so much easier.
Live Life,
Bert Oliva
APR