Isaac AsimovYour assumptions are your windows on the world. Scrub them off every once in a while, or the light won't come in.
About This Quote
If you are making assumptions about someone, you are assessing them based on your personal opinions. You are not seeing their true personality or behavior. Are you willing to make the assumption that the person you are talking to is telling the truth? This quote has to do with understanding who people are and it’s important to be able to see beyond your assumptions. Our assumptions are formed from our past experiences, but they are often wrong. Good communication is about being open minded and open to new information.
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