I like your simple rules, the only one I tend to view differently is the second one. I try my best to assume as little as possible. I don't feel it's necessary to assume anyone is or isn't anything as when I take them and what they say or do at face value, they tend to show me who they are with any real interaction. Nice post!
That's covered in my third point. But you bring up a good point, I should clarify the second. Thank you for that! The second is more for times of conflict with a loved one. For example, a partner says something that hurts your feelings. Approach that person assuming they are trying their best, and try not to take a defensive posture. Assume love, or at least ambivalence (they didn't mean anything by the offending comment). I've found this breaks a downward spiral in the conversation. This works to a point, but then you have the next two points to fall back on!
Thanks for the resteem! I appreciate you helping a newbie out!
No problem, happy to help.
I've also joined the Discord group. Good stuff! Thanks for opening that world to me as well!