The Stories We Tell Ourselves

by Mike Clouse, The Belief Coach

I was talking with a friend and colleague the other day, and he shared a personal experience with me that carried with it a profound message that we as leaders, and humans, need to keep in mind.

The other day, while driving, my friend got stuck behind a very slow driver. He was running late for a meeting and began to grow increasingly frustrated at what he perceived as the other driver's carelessness and insensitivity. Trapped in this "parade," his anger started to boil.

But then, a simple and transformative thought struck him.

What if the slow driver was a parent with a sick and fussy child? Or perhaps it was someone unfamiliar with the area, nervous about making a wrong turn and being late for an important appointment? Maybe it was an elderly individual, driving at a pace they felt safest.

This shift in narrative helped my friend move past his anger, replacing it with empathy and understanding. He realized that holding onto his frustration wouldn't speed up traffic; it would only affect his state of mind and potentially ruin his day.

?This experience highlights a crucial point for leaders: the stories we tell ourselves significantly impact our thoughts, emotions, and ultimately, our decisions and behaviors.

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"Together we will start recognizing the insecurities that get in the way of taking those steps that are most important and will have the biggest impact for yourself and those you love and lead." - Mike Clouse, The Belief Coach

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