Habits Quote by Don Richard Riso
““Reconnecting means opening up to whatever part of our experience we were not previously allowing in . . . If our problem has been with another person, we will not react to them in the ways that our habits have previously compelled us to. When we are entranced by our personality, we believe that we know what the other person is always like and what they will do, but when we reconnect with them, we realize how much we do not know about them. We appreciate and respect the mystery of there Being because we are more connected with our own Being. Once we allow ourselves to "not know" what the person is going to do or say, or what they are thinking, a much more real and immediate relationship with then becomes possible.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Personal Growth, 2001
Opening to uncertainty in relationships fosters deeper connection and respect for the unknown.
In simple terms: Embrace not‑knowing to deepen relationships.
Key Takeaway
Practice curiosity and humility with others.
Themes
relationships
mindfulness
uncertainty
growth
Mood
introspective
empathetic
Type
self‑help
psychological
motivational
When to use this quote
- therapy sessions
- conflict resolution
- team building
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
psychology
presence
interpersonal dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- What assumptions do you hold about others?
- How can you stay present when surprised?
A Different Perspective
It can be uncomfortable to relinquish control or expectations.