The Value of an Opinion

You know ideas are a great thing, without them the world would get no where. We would have no electricity, Internet, transportation and many things we simply take for granted. An ethical culture realizes that we have not "arrived," opportunity abounds for development in every field. Yet at the same time we can not forget the basic principles. An ethical culture promotes the cultivation of ideas. But you must realize culture starts with the individual, you. So you have ideas? Great! You ought to question your humanity if you don't. Are you the only one with good ideas? Of course, in other words... You are definitely human. This is where opinions come in. An opinion is the most valuable interaction your idea can ever have. This does not mean every other opinion is more right than you. What it does mean is that every opinion has the power to define your idea, or develop new ones! How is this done? Let's take the negative pessimistic opinion first. Here you are totally excited about your idea and your best friend comes out with their 50 ton compactor opinion and rolls right over, sheeps foot and vibrations all the way. Your instinct is defense or dejection or both, what do I do???? First thing to do is shut up and go home. But absorb what they said. Proper consideration can tell you how to hone your idea. What points need more credibility? What defense does this idea have of itself? What scope was the opinion versus your idea? ( global, national, local) A negative opinion can work wonders for you, if rather than defense you give it due consideration Positive opinions Everybody loves positive opinions. But watch out! Positive can breed a false sense of viability and security. First take that positive boost as potential that your idea may work. But still examine the motives and any suggestions that may be given for your benefit. One of the most important steps to success is to realize no one person has all the answers or ability. The more you can harness from either side the greater your chances of success. Opinions are the most valuable asset to new ideas.