Wednesday, November 14, 2018

Speaking From Power or Freedom

How often do we say what we say when we feel we have the advantage when saying it? In other words, if we didn't feel we had some basis for proving that we are right (and that the other is not), would we just not say it (if there's nothing to be gained)?

Speaking intentionally from a position of power, especially as a premise, can be a dicey proposition.

So, what would the opposite look like?  I'm guessing it's much closer to speaking from a position of freedom — not from one of imposing something, but rather from a position of true humility, curiosity, and wondering.  The effect of which is the more desirable one of inviting another person towards something, rather than trying to control them with power.