The Science of Success

The Power of Choice: Moving from Victim to Empowered Chooser with Jamie George

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May 3, 2024
Jamie George discusses the shift from victim to empowered chooser by focusing on agreements over expectations in relationships. They explore the Drama Triangle dynamics, the power of being an empowered chooser, overcoming fear and shame, and navigating relationships with boundaries and negotiation.
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INSIGHT

Agreements vs. Expectations

  • Expectations are beliefs about others' behaviors, often leading to resentment when unmet.
  • Shift from expectations to agreements for improved relationships and collaboration.
ADVICE

Creating Agreements

  • Replace expectations with agreements by inviting others to participate in defining project requirements.
  • This fosters collaboration, emotional ownership, and creative input, ultimately increasing efficiency.
INSIGHT

Emotional Ownership

  • Most people dislike being told what to do; inviting them to participate fosters autonomy and buy-in.
  • Agreements create shared responsibility and make managing projects and relationships less personal.
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