Every day, we make a choice : Drama or Peace

Because the mantras are different than how many of us were raised, they take a little getting used to.

1. It Is OK to Say No
2. All Family is Optional
3. We Can Handle The Truth
4. Talk Like Everyone Is In The Room
5. We’ve Already Won
6. Everyone Speaks, or not

Think about them in the context of the last unforced error you made.

What the mantras have in common is they lower the temperature.

• By removing a feeling of obligation, we reduce resentment.
• By acknowledging truth can be uncomfortable, we remove the burden of hidden lives and carrying secrets.
• By constraining our words to what we’d say to someone’s face, we are more careful and considerate.
• By acknowledging the benefits of our current position, we stay focused on living well.
• By allowing everyone to contribute, we slow decision making and reduce the capacity of a single person, or a single moment, to derail us.

Pay attention to the one you think is the most difficult.

Choose Peace