The Baggage Reclaim Sessions Ep. 224: Our Experience of Someone May Differ Due to Context
May 7, 2021
Explore how context shapes our perceptions of others. Discover why our experiences vary, like a dog's behavior around different people. Learn about the red flags we often overlook and the role of boundaries in relationships. Natalie highlights how authority affects assertiveness in the workplace and the nuances of code switching in different environments. She emphasizes accepting that others may lack your context, reminding us that understanding takes time and patience in relationships.
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Dog's Behavior Depends On Context
- Natalie describes Chester, her cockapoo, behaving confidently with a dog-walking pack but acting anxious and attention-seeking in everyday contexts.
- After six weeks the trainer finally witnessed Chester's tantrums, showing context changed his behavior.
Context Explains Conflicting Perceptions
- Natalie explains that differing experiences of a person often come down to context and the situations in which people know them.
- Misunderstanding breeds doubt, shame, and rage when we expect others to see exactly what we see.
Early Signals Gain Meaning Over Time
- Early dating signals can be misread because the context of a second date differs from a long-term relationship.
- Later repeated patterns often reveal the true meaning of early red flags.