Let go of your attachment to being right, and suddenly your mind is more open. You're able to benefit from the unique viewpoints of others, without being crippled by your own judgment.

On the other hand, I have this friend. He prefers to be right. I occasionally let him, because why not?

Everything, to him, is measured by metrics and milestones. As if we’re all trying to WIN at this game called life.

In some ways, I find this attitude toxic. Yet, what is a guy to do? Especially when it is your best friend... and the one person I can count on for... well, anything.

While reading The Infinite Game, I found I was searching for ways to escape his metrics, milestones, and need to win. Or at least find a way to balance it with a more infinite mindset.

Maybe balance is the key?

Or maybe balance is not possible in this situation. There is a lot of advice out there to cut out all toxicity. Hmm.

Anyway, I find I’m growing weary of the interrogations. Of course, it’s just conversation (is it?), but I find other people’s curiosity puts a damper on my own. Everyone is so curious about my business, that my natural inquisitive nature ultimately puts a sour taste in my mouth.

Seriously, everything is NOT a fact-finding mission. I’m not out to win anything... only to stay in the game until I fall out.

I struggle enough to stay out of my head without others asking me questions that require thought. Please, just let me live my best life. If you’re going to live vicariously through me, just observe... I’m not hiding anything, I just don’t want to think.