Presuming That Assumptions Could Be Wrong

Assuming... we all know the saying... I assume we all know the saying. Or does that make me look like an ass?

Lately I've been on a kick about trying to be completely honest and not assuming that I know anything about anyone else at all. Honest in the way I deal with people, honest in my speech. Combine with that the ability to NOT assume and it's a tough thing to work on.

One thing I know for sure is nothing at all. I have no idea how other people feel, I have no idea what motivates them, I have no idea why they are who they are. Except what they tell me and experience.

I can't assume they're saying certain things about me. I can't assume they are avoiding me. I can't assume we're not friends anymore. I can't assume that they know what I'm thinking. I can't assume they know how to treat me without me telling them. I can't assume they know who I am unless I make it clear.

Actions do speak louder than words in many cases... and there are two things we can go on when judging a situation. Actions and words. However, don't assume that your judgments are right. There will still be times when you are wrong.

Plus, it's so much work to assume anyway. And too much damage can be caused.

After all, isn't knowing that you don't know anything supposed to be the beginning of wisdom?