It is really easy to feel like the righteous person in the room by putting others down or finding fault with their statements (or actions) based on preconceived notions. Too often, we validate this behaviour to ourselves because it makes us feel an inch taller and gives us a heady sense of superiority, however fleeting that may be. But the next time you are convinced that your point of view is the best, pause for a minute and really listen to what the others are saying. Is there some truth in their words? Are you being empathic to their issues? Could any of your underlying assumptions be wrong? Have you ever been in such a situation yourself and if so, how did you want others to treat you then?