Hey everyone,
I've done a lot of things in my life that have tested me physically, but recently I went through an experience that challenged me in a completely different way.
As part of the hiring process to become a volunteer reserve deputy sheriff, I had to sit down and go through a polygraph examination.
The best way I can describe the experience is uncomfortable and intimidating. And the crazy part is, I'm applying for an unpaid position! I can only imagine how nerve-racking it would be if your entire career were on the line.
Before we got started, the polygraph examiner told me, "You'll be fine as long as you're not coming in here with the specific intent to cheat the system. If you are, we'll find out."
That got me thinking about how much our intent matters.
I've heard this referred to as "heart posture," and I think it's a really interesting way to look at how we approach life.
None of us are perfect. But I think there's a big difference between making a mistake while genuinely trying to do the right thing and going into a situation with the intention of being dishonest or cutting corners.
Whether it's in your marriage, raising your kids, running a business, or just interacting with people throughout the day, I think it's worth asking yourself: Am I approaching this with the right intentions?
My answers during the polygraph may not have been perfect, but they were honest, and I knew I was going into that room with the right intent.
I recently sat down with Gabe on the Jason Khalipa Podcast to unpack the entire experience, including what actually happens during a polygraph and why it got me thinking about this topic.
If you're curious about how it all went, click the link below to listen to the episode wherever you get your podcasts.
Have a great week,
Jason
