The Mind Manual
These sessions are an attempt to bring you some insights and perspectives in how we can use the mind and put it to work in a way that will serve you and create the results you want in your life. It will be an unfolding learning journey as we explore this amazing central processing unit to collate and compile a series of systems and perceptions we can use and organize into a mind manual for the benefit of everyone.
The Mind Manual
Episode 49 - The Trap of Getting Stuck in Certainty Over Curiosity
This episode highlights the human tendency to prioritise certainty over curiosity, a behaviour rooted in the brain's primal need for safety. In the workplace example provided, a decision to offer a young employee minimal hours in her former field, alongside a new role, sparked unfounded assumptions among her future team. Without verifying the facts, they interpreted the decision as a threat to their positions, fuelling conflict and misunderstanding.
There is an importance to emphasise adopting curiosity instead of jumping to conclusions. By pausing, asking questions, and seeking to understand others' perspectives, we can avoid miscommunication, emotional reactions, and unnecessary drama. This approach fosters clarity, reduces conflict, and promotes healthier interpersonal interactions.