A Perspective on Opinions - How Misunderstandings and Emotions can get in the Way of Your Future

Everybody’s got an opinion. Share it with caution.  Real communication takes real effort.What is an Opinion?   o·pin·ion /əˈpinyən/  nouna view or judgment formed about something, not necessarily based on fact or knowledge. way of thinking, point of view , viewpoint, outlook, angle, slant, attitude, stance, perspective, reflections, idea, assumption, conviction, in my view, if you ask me, the beliefs or views of a large number or majority of people about a particular thing.Forming opinions are part of how we learn but are risky.  Sharing opinions helps gain perspective but opinions could become judgments where we stop listening, stop asking questions and bring division.Work vs social media response patternsThe Risks and Benefits of OpinionsWritten versus spoken communication and the amplified ways to misunderstand.Be careful how you hear. Emotions, mindset, assumptions and their impact on hearing others.Often we don’t listen, we interpretOpinion vs beliefWhat if an opinion moves to a judgement?Bald like a lion?   Funny stories of what was said versus what was heard.Couple communication:  Listening versus interpreting.  Slowing down to speed up.Seeking common ground and communicating good will.The benefits of debatesDiscussion matters, debate matters, listening matters, telling the truth, getting to the “truth” matters….. in my opinion.Get on our notification list by emailing us at [email protected]: This episode was recorded under the former podcast name.It's been a journey... Subscribe to  "Getting Personal with God"  on your favorite podcast app to receive fun and shorter new episodes. We love to stay connected with you!Book offer - Prayer changes everything — especially when you’re seeking God for answers to anxiety, depression, relationships, finances, health, or life decisions. 100 Prayers Releasing 100 Cares shares real stories of answered prayer, biblical wisdom for hearing God’s voice, and practical faith tools rooted in Scripture to help you walk in freedom and bold trust in God.  "100 Prayers Releasing 100 Cares"  Click to order your copy today and begin praying with confidence! Prayer requests, questions, speaking engagements and guest inquiries: [email protected]