Expressing Your Opinion?

Fr. Mike says there are four things you should ask yourself before
expressing your opinion: why, what, who, and how. First, evaluate
why you’re expressing this thought. Is it because it’s the right
thing to do, or is it because you are trying to one-up someone?
Second, what is your opinion? Is it something true, like a
principal, or is it just a preference? Third, who are you talking
to and what is your relationship to this person? Lastly, how are
you expressing yourself? Even if you are totally in the right, the
way you say it is of the utmost importance in order for people to
listen. If you consider these questions when expressing your
opinion or trying to correct someone, you’ll be much more likely to
find a willing listener. Check out the "2020 Vision" Young Adult
Pilgrimage to the Holy Land
(http://www.jeffcavins.com/pilgrimage?category=%222020%20Vision%22%20Holy%20Land)
with Fr. Mike and Jeff Cavins at jeffcavins.com