101 Reframes for a Richer Social Life

Yesterday I brainstormed a list of reframes that I’ve found useful at various times for exploring a better social life. I shared this in the Conscious Growth Club forums and felt that it would be nice to share it here as well. A frame (or reframe) is a way of looking at reality and assigning meaning to events and experiences, similar to an attitude or perspective. A frame is not a belief. You don’t have to believe a frame to use it effectively. Much like any hardware tool such as a hammer or drill, you can use a frame for a short time and release it again when you’re done. Here’s the list. Skim through it, and consider what testing some of these reframes could do for your relationships and social life. Feel free to modify them to better suit your situation and goals. I don’t need to break the ice with anyone since there is no ice.Treat people like we’re already friends, and we probably will become so.I’m holding an open and receptive vibe.Opportunities to connect are everywhere.Statements are often better than questions.People don’t need to fear a harsh rejection from me.If I’m not interested, I will let people down easy.I’m more socially comfortable than most people. I needn’t worry about my comfort. It’s better to focus on theirs.Most people want to have quality connections with others.We’re all a part of life.We’re a lot more alike than we are different.I have a lot to offer people intellectually, emotionally, convers...
Source: Steve Pavlina's Personal Development Blog - Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Authors: Tags: Lifestyle Relationships Source Type: blogs