Questioning Assumptions: Is Everything Bullshit?
Episode Overview
Challenge assumptions by seeking truth through observation. Use nonviolent communication to express feelings without evaluation. Seek feedback to counteract negative self-talk. Communicate directly to clarify misunderstandings. Live alcohol-free by questioning untested beliefs.
Everything is bullshit unless you prove otherwise
In this episode of the 1000 Days Sober Podcast, Lee Davy takes on the challenge of questioning the narratives we tell ourselves. With a title as bold as 'Everything Is Bullshit—Unless You Prove It', Lee invites you to rethink the stories planted by your past experiences and cultural influences. He shares a principle that reshaped his life and coaching approach: questioning assumptions and seeking truth through observation, communication, and feedback.
Lee recounts personal anecdotes where he challenged his own inner critic by seeking feedback from colleagues, revealing qualities like empathy and honesty. This episode is not just about rejecting negative self-talk; it's about embracing a proactive approach to understanding oneself. Lee introduces tools such as nonviolent communication, asking for feedback, and direct communication to help you test the validity of your beliefs.
The podcast also touches on how the 'Liquid Lie'—the false narratives we tell ourselves—can lead us to drink or act out of fear. Lee encourages you to pause and question whether these beliefs are truly justified. The episode is packed with practical advice, urging you to communicate in observations rather than evaluations, and to seek feedback that can act as a mirror to your self-doubt.
If you're tired of living in a prison built from assumptions and want to embrace a life of clarity and truth, this episode might just be the wake-up call you need. So why not dive in and start challenging the stories you've been telling yourself?