6 Everyday Phrases That Reveal Closed-Mindedness—And You Might Be Using Them Without Noticing
Labeling ourselves in such a way can limit our growth and potential. By saying “I’m not a tech person,” I was projecting an image of someone unwilling to learn new skills or adapt to changing circumstances.
Once I recognized this, I made an effort to replace that phrase with “I’m still learning about this.”
This small change in language opened up opportunities for growth and development, and better aligned my communication with my personal brand of continuous self-improvement and adaptability.
6) “It’s just common sense”
“It’s just common sense” is another phrase that can unintentionally come across as judgmental.
