In regards to an adult being able to recognize the perspective of others is incredibly important. In an argument where the ability to see the perspective of the other party could lead to a peaceful resolution. A business negotiation where knowing the other parties wants and needs could be the difference in a successful deal or a failed attempt. Knowledge of another's beliefs, be it religious, political, or just views on pets allow us to have a provocative conversation on a diversity of topics. Unfortunately some people seem to lack the ability to see from another's prospective, or even recognize that another viewpoint is possible. These adults, in my experience, tend to be a pain in the ass. They rigidly adhere to their beliefs with an inability to even have a rational discourse as they 'know' that their belief or way is the only way. This myopic thinking is dangerous if people with this inability end up in any position of authority.
Indeed, too bad many authority figures become seized by power and seem to lose this skill.
ReplyDeleteI agree people without this ability are asses. I don't think there is anything wrong with having a heated debate, but people without the ability to listen to another side of the story will not even give debate a chance. Instead they just ignore the other person or tell them to stop talking, etc., which in turn makes them look like an ass.
ReplyDeleteI too agree with you greatly on this point. Maybe it would be so bad only if they could loosen up a bit and see other veiws maybe they wouldn't be a pain in the ass and maybe the athorities would be more likeable.
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