Ep.53 Why Does Influence Affect Our Opinions?

It is beneficial to know that other people's influence can affect our opinions. Our thoughts run the risk of being manipulated if our opinions aren't aligned with our intentions, goals, or vision. This usually happens when we are influenced by others. Sometimes this can be beneficial for us, and other times it can be detrimental. Take Covid for example. It seems every single person has a slightly different opinion on the whole situation. There aren't any two people alike that have the exact same opinion and exact same understanding of the whole situation. This has created a lot of conflict and animosity between people. This is why it's so important to formulate opinions that will serve us. Otherwise, we are simply jumping onto somebody else's belief system based on their unique information and environment. In this week's podcast episode I discuss how the 6 key principles from the book 'Influence' by Robert B. Cialdini can affect the opinions we create and believe in. Here are 3 points to keep in mind before expressing our opinions: 1 )Will sharing my opinion benefit me and other people? 2) Do not make an opinion to please others. Focus on what is important to you 3) If sharing your opinion makes you feel good, proud, uplifted, energized, or if you believe it will serve people in a positive manner... Then let it out! I hope you enjoy this episode... Regain your personal power by formulating your own opinions today! :) You can always visit my website to get more information or reach out to me. www.joelmahe.ca