On Having No Opinion

We don't have to share our opinion. In fact, we have the option of not having one at all.

The Stoic philosopher Marcus Aurelius believed in the radical power of holding no opinion. But we all have opinions, most of which are given full vent, especially on social media! But the lesson here is that, in most things, we have the option of having no opinion or, at the least, not voicing one.

Think about the times you have thoughtlessly expressed yours. What was the result? How often did it create unnecessary drama, hurt feelings, or worse, a parting of the ways? I'm the first to admit that I have an opinion about most things. I feel like I have something to say, right, wrong, or indifferent! Sound familiar?

But, like most things, we're the ones who are supposed to be in control. So, let's remember that the next time we find ourselves forming an opinion or ready to offer one, we have the option of not doing so.

Remember, in the end, opinions are like dirty socks - everyone has them, but no one wants to smell anyone else's!

At least, that's my opinion.