Have you ever been able to change someone's mind on any subject?

Poll - Total Votes: 6

Yes

No idea

I've never attempted to change anyone's mind

Why bother?

I'm hungry

I'm bored

I want to go outside and play

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I don't think I ever had, now that I think about it. Reportedly, people's beliefs are rooted in "gut feelings", and people only use reason to justify those gut feelings. Facts that don't support the gut feelings are discarded as lies, rumors, etc, while other facts that support the gut feelings are embraced as the "real truth".

Sad.

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pentacorn · F

yes, but it's a lot of work, so it's not something i seek to do. planting seeds of doubt and never knowing how, or if, they sprout is more time-effective and saves me precious energies.

Piper · 61-69, F

I have. Not by attacking or trying to "guilt" them, but in little gradual ways over time. Mainly but not exclusive to, their views and treatment of the non-human life we share the earth with.

revenant · F

I think so. But it is not by imposing your dogma or ideas but more like inviting a mindset.
That said I do not remember when people just told me ah you are right but more like observing them afterwards. Some will naturally be more open minded.

Maynard

I gave up trying. It's complete waste of time and effort.

drymer · 56-60, M

@Maynard I know right? Yet, two people voted "yes", I wonder what are their stories...
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Maynard

@drymer
The Indian philosopher, Deepak Chopra, said that humans spend 90% of their mental energy, defending their personal views. But why do we do that? It's our egos that feel the need for validation. But in the grand scheme of things, who gives a shit?
The next time someone tells you that grass is blue, and the sky is green, just smile and walk away! You have NOTHING to gain by arguing with them. Save your mental energy on something that benefits YOU.

It's not easy to get to that stage, but once you do, it will be a very liberating thing.

VeronicaPrincess · 61-69

You can't change someone's mind, the best you can do is open their eyes to alternative possibilities.

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