You react to stories you invented, not facts.

Adopt a 24-hour pause for non-urgent requests. Ask: “Does this align with my top 3 goals this week?” 4. The Megan Mistake #4: Mind Reading (Assuming Intent) What it looks like: “They didn’t text back — they must be mad at me.” / “She didn’t praise my work — she must think it’s bad.”

Use the three-story rule : List three possible explanations for the behavior, including a neutral one (e.g., “They got busy”), then ask for clarity if needed. 5. The Megan Mistake #5: Skipping the “What Did I Learn?” Step What it looks like: Moving from mistake to shame or avoidance without extracting a lesson.