Would I like to change it? If so, how?

To change something, first get clear on exactly what you 'd like to change by asking “What is this?”

Next ask “Would I like to change it?” To change something, you must truly desire it and be willing to do whatever it takes.

Then you can ask “If so, how?” 

Can you ever change someone else? No. The only thing you can change is you and your points of view. For example, do you get upset and fight back when friends, family or perfect strangers reprimand, bully or gaslight you about something you say or do? How well does that work out?

So what else is possible? Great question. When you ask a question, possibilities will show up. For example, in this case you could 
- walk away and stop talking to them; they can't reprimand, bully or gaslight you if you're not around
- put your own points of view away, push all your barriers down, smile and ask them genuine questions about their points of view; you never know, if you ask the right questions with genuine interest they might learn something new...and so might you, or
- notice your buttons being pushed and smile; consider your friends, family and even perfect strangers are cute for trying to save you from your idiotic ideas/actions, saying “Thanks so much. Tell me more",  then shut up, listen, nod and listen some more till they run out of steam.

​Remember, just because you listen to their stories, doesn't mean you have to buy them. ​​