Change the way you look at things
The Edventure Truth: “You can’t always change the situation. You can change the way you see it.”
Two people can experience exactly the same situation and experience it completely differently.
Why? Perspective.
The story you tell yourself about what happens matters…
- A setback can be failure or feedback.
- A difficult conversation can be conflict or an opportunity for clarity.
- A closed door can be rejection or redirection.
Power of Perspective isn’t about pretending everything is positive. It’s about recognising that your first interpretation isn’t always the only interpretation.
Step back. Challenge your assumptions. Look for the root rather than repeatedly attacking the branches.
Because sometimes changing your situation starts by changing the way you see it. This develops directly from the original element’s emphasis on challenging perspective, looking for root causes and gaining clarity about what actually matters.
This element’s Challenge Card…
Test yourself, test those around you…
If you liked this, you’ll love these elements too:
- Enhanced Thinker: Challenge the assumptions shaping your perspective.
- Conscious Responsibility: Once you’ve reframed the situation, focus on what you can influence.
- Pragmatically Optimistic: See reality clearly while believing you can improve it..
Look out for these elements dropping soon.
Until then #BeEdventurous