One's own opinion is what distinguishes people from each other. Sometimes people accept an imposed way of life, then their individual view of things remains somewhere inside, crushed and unspoken. Learning to stand up for your own opinion is very important if you want to get the maximum satisfaction as you live your years.
Instructions
Step 1
Do not prejudice your interests. Your own opinion reflects your position on any statement or situation. It is formed on the basis of analysis and deep thought. Draw conclusions in favor of your assessments and interests. They may overlap with the majority opinion, but the latter should not be detrimental to you. Otherwise, it will already be your opinion, therefore, you simply will have nothing to defend.
Step 2
Filter incoming information. Do not take the judgmental statements of other people as a basis. Do not be distracted by topics and conversations that are useless to you. Value your time. After all, its waste deprives you of many opportunities. By doing this, you defend your right to your own opinion.
Step 3
Build confidence in your views. Explore topics that interest you to strengthen your own opinion. If any information concerns you directly or indirectly, do not take on faith the publicly available facts, check them, find additional reliable sources. Take from them only what you need.
Step 4
Be true to your beliefs. Society dictates its own rhythm and priorities. Your neighbor or colleague has a new job, a new car. Don't try to keep up with him. If your old car has the capabilities you need, why change it? If a new job will require a huge amount of time from you, deprive you of communication with loved ones and lead to constant stress, why do you need such a job? To defend your position, always remember that if you give in to your priorities, you risk losing more than you gain.
Step 5
Act to your advantage. Don't be afraid to break existing stereotypes. Stereotypical thinking is not your thinking. At first, the crowd will resist and interfere with you. But then, due to the lack of patience and determination, she will retreat. And you will go about your business, you will no longer have to defend your point of view.
