Differing Opinions and How to Talk About It

Published by Lisa Fucci
Lisa has a business degree from Strayer University and recently graduated from The Life Coach Institute of Orange County with a Degree as a Certified Professional Coach. She owns and operates a National Association for Professionals that has been proudly serving its members for 43 years. She is a published author and has served most her life as a Firefighter/Medic helping her community. While not at work she is tending to her mini zoo of beloved animals and two small children. She is an animal advocate and a loyal supporter of our Military, Law Enforcement and all those who are in uniform doing work for the greater good. Lisa says, "I truly love helping people succeed. Sometimes we just need someone to help maneuver through the noise and help realize our own truth. Because let's face it, society can be a hot mess, we don't have to be." View all posts by Lisa Fucci
Being a good listener and exploring common grounds is a good way of engaging Productively and sharing differing opinions. Thanks for sharing.
While it’s important to put forth one’s view, an argument never really has any winner. I agree with you, listening is very important, something that we often forget to do. It is an art we need to master.
I think it’s important that we think and believe in different things, or what a boring place it would be. A debate can be good and seeing other peoples point of view, as long as it doesn’t turn into an argument.
Great list you got here! I should really stop saying ‘but’ when having a heated argument with my partner. And should start listening more. 🙂
These are some great points. Honestly, I think most people talk too much and forget about listening altogether – ‘listening’ only as much as they have to in order to know when they can speak next, forcing their way into the spotlight. That’s not really listening… It fails to respect the person that you’re talking with. Whether you share the same opinions or not, you should still show basic respect.
I love how you emphasized the aspect of listening. I find that it’s easy for us to give our opinions without giving enough time for others to speak up. It’s important that we ask the right questions to find common ground and better engage with the other person. This also reminded me of a Bible verse which says to “be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to anger.” in James 1:19. ? Thanks for sharing!