You can’t stand Bob, can you? He’s an inconsiderate boor who eats up your valuable time and gets in your way.
That’s your story and you’re sticking to it!
That’s the problem, though. Your relationship with Bob is simply that – a story. A story you carry around with you based on your memories of Bob mixed with old wounds, new dramas and future expectations.
Bob doesn’t stand a chance with you, does he?! Yet, his family loves him, his clients respect him, and the little league thinks he’s a great coach. And that’s their story.
As valid as yours, only different.
And what about this – to someone else, you are Bob!
Action – No, you don’t have to be close friends with every Bob out there. I’m simply reminding you that because you have the power to create a negative story about Bob, you also have the power to create a more positive one.
The choice is always yours.