“Every time we fail to give the benefit of the doubt to someone who can create value, we not only hurt them, but we hurt ourselves as well.”
Seth Godin
We get caught up in the story of someone who may have wronged us. Think about the bigger picture. See past the current issue with this person. Maybe it wasn’t their fault. Maybe they thought they were doing their best.
What is more important? Doing irreparable damage over some petty misunderstanding? Or providing the empathy and support for a long and prosperous relationship.
Reflection
Why not give the benefit of the doubt?