Humans tolerate a lot. Often, we’re taught not to complain, that life is difficult, not to rock the boat, to go along with others, to be grateful for what we have, to be understanding. Not bad advice, but we can still stop tolerating what is bugging us!

When a person has stopped tolerating

• They are happier, more fun to be around.
• They have extra energy to express their values vs their egos.
• They have the Edge: they “step-over” nothing.

What happens when one tolerates

• They and their work becomes mediocre; people are tired.
• Natural creativity is squashed.

THE 10 STEPS TO A TOLERATION-FREE LIFE

❑ Get” that putting up with things is good for no-one.
❑ Make a list of 10 things you are tolerating at home.
❑ Make the requests/take the actions to eliminate these items.
❑ Make a list of 10 things you are tolerating at work.
❑ Take the actions to eliminate these items.
❑ “Get” that you’re getting juiced by tolerating things!
❑ Be focused to being toleration-free.
❑ Stop complaining: instead, make a strong plea.
❑ Invest $1000 to handle the tasks/chores which pain you.
❑ Do steps 1-9 above, again, after you’ve done them once! Number of checked boxes (10 max)

_____ Number of items marked True (10 max)

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From The Personal Foundation 100-Point Assessment developed by Thomas J. Leonard and Coach U, Inc. Modified by LMK.

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