THE SILENT THIEF CALLED ASSUMPTION

Assumption is subtle. Quiet. But powerful enough to create cracks where there should be connection.

In leadership, assumption builds distance.

We assume our team knows what we meant.

We assume silence equals agreement.

We assume they don’t need to hear our appreciation because “they already know.”

But they don’t always know.

They may be wondering. Waiting. Needing.

In relationships, assumption builds walls.

We assume they should have known how we felt.

We assume they meant to hurt us.

We assume they don’t care, simply because they didn’t respond the way we expected.

And in life generally, assumption steals clarity.

We begin to live in our heads instead of in truth.

We stop asking, stop clarifying, and start reacting to a story we’ve built, not necessarily the reality.

But what if…

They didn’t mean to ignore us?

They were simply overwhelmed?

They’re struggling silently?

Or maybe they’re just unaware?

What if one kind question could clear up what days of silence never will?

Let’s choose a different path.

Ask. Clarify. Speak gently. Listen deeply.

Be willing to have the conversation.

Assumption may be easy, but connection is worth the effort. 🌹