Inner Work With MaryAnn Walker: Stop People Pleasing and Start Honoring You! 106: Math vs Drama: What Are You Making it Mean?
There are always two things happening in our minds:
#1: The facts of our situation: This is something that could be proven in a court of law. It is void of emotion and just staring the facts. Facts are neutral.
#2: Our story about the facts/drama: This is what we are choosing to make the facts mean. These stories or dramas are usually emotionally charged.
For example:
Fact: I have X amount in my bank account.
Drama: I will never own a home!
Fact: My Partner hasn't responded to my text yet.
Drama: They don't love me anymore"
Fact: I have a deadline for a work project.
Drama: I'm going to fail!
Fact: My friend said they are feeling overwhelmed
Drama: It is my job to manage their overwhelm.
When we focus on the drama rather than the math, it can cloud our judgment.
Take a step back, slow it down, and see what shifting your story could create.
If you're unable to create a positive story, see if you can create a more neutral one.
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