I had a thought the other day and thought I would write it down here. I read somewhere that writing (ok I'm typing it, give me a break) can help in remembering things. Besides, someone else might get something out of my drivelings.
I've always been one to say that I have an open mind as I feel everyone should have. No one can know everything or dismiss another persons opinion for I fear they may miss out on something that could change their lives. That being said I also strongly believe that it does not matter what other people think of you. Having a strong sense of self and confidence is a necessity in order to survive and grow.
What I came across is a conflict between being open minded while also ignoring anothers comments. I just can't seem to see how you can do both until it dawned on me, yes you can.
What I figured out is not to ignore the comments or opinions of others but to weigh the value that they have. This value can be based on whatever you like but I myself base it on who the comment is coming from. If the comment is coming from a very close friend I know I can value that comment highly. Likewise, if a comment comes from someone that I do not know at all, I can place a lower value on the comment. If a comment comes from someone that I do not get along with at all, I can place a very low if non-existent value on it and ignore them.
This way you can be open minded to new things or ideas and also hold your own beliefs about yourself.
I've always been one to say that I have an open mind as I feel everyone should have. No one can know everything or dismiss another persons opinion for I fear they may miss out on something that could change their lives. That being said I also strongly believe that it does not matter what other people think of you. Having a strong sense of self and confidence is a necessity in order to survive and grow.
What I came across is a conflict between being open minded while also ignoring anothers comments. I just can't seem to see how you can do both until it dawned on me, yes you can.
What I figured out is not to ignore the comments or opinions of others but to weigh the value that they have. This value can be based on whatever you like but I myself base it on who the comment is coming from. If the comment is coming from a very close friend I know I can value that comment highly. Likewise, if a comment comes from someone that I do not know at all, I can place a lower value on the comment. If a comment comes from someone that I do not get along with at all, I can place a very low if non-existent value on it and ignore them.
This way you can be open minded to new things or ideas and also hold your own beliefs about yourself.
Just a random thought.
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