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Overcoming Assumptions
Assumptions are one of the greatest hidden hazards inside any school, workplace, or community.
After more than 8 years in education, I’ve seen how quickly these silent stories can damage trust, relationships, and culture—often faster than conflict itself.
We don't talk enough about how our brains fill the communication gaps with quick, often negative, assumptions:
- A student avoids eye contact, and we assume disrespect.
- A coworker responds shortly, and we assume hostility.
- A parent doesn't show up, and we assume they don't care.
But behind every behavior, there is a reason, a story, and a context.
Restorative Practices give us the essential tools to pause these narratives and choose curiosity over judgment:
Restorative Questions: Asking "What happened?" instead of "Why did you do that?"
Circles: Creating spaces that consistently humanize relationships.
Fair Process: Bringing transparency that builds trust.
Self-Reflection: Checking our biases and emotional triggers before we react.
When we replace assumption with intentional dialogue, we restore what matters most: connection and psychological safety.
If we want healthier classrooms, stronger teams, and safer communities, we must learn to ask before assuming, listen before reacting, and understand before responding.
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