Our views are based on our values, standards, ethics, commitments, dreams, passions, etc. When someone shares their perspectives or opinions, they are showing something about themselves – what is important to them, what they value.

When someone is expressing their opinion, instead of asking yourself the question, “Do I agree or disagree?” asked yourself “What are they revealing about themselves right now?” or “What can I get to know about what is important to them?”

Ask, “Help me understand your perspective.” “Help me understand how you came to this thought.”