Disrespecting Isn’t Cool

When you see someone sharing their perspectives on thingswhich is contrary to your own, then you have two choices. Listen patiently andtry to understand things from a different angle.

Or wait for that person to finish so that you can make funof her and boast about your viewpoint because you think that is the correctone.

The second choice is easy. And it’s disrespecting. One wayto understand is to imagine you speaking about something passionately. Once youare done, the other person makes up a sarcastic joke and laughs. You will feelbelittled, and that isn’t a great feeling.

Here are possible scenarios when two people have adifference in opinion –

Both of you are wrong. One of you is wrong. Or both of youare right. The chances of you being wrong are more than you being right.

Considering this, it makes sense to be open-minded and gowith the first choice and let the other person speak.

And your goal should be to understand their rationale. Youdon’t have to agree with them. Just be empathetic towards them so that they canreciprocate the same towards you. This habit will help you in your career,being a better person, and doing the right thing.