Do you always respect people's opinions?

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Leedeeleee223 · Accepted Answer

Almost noone today respects other's opinion. I'm not sure if it's because usually people will make a rude ass comment, but say it like it is a fact and try to pass it off as an opinion when that's definitely not what it is. So when someone is faced with a TRUE respectful opinion that treat it with hostility or passive aggression because they are used to those fake ass opinions just used to hurt people.

Or it is because people can't handle other's having different thoughts other than theirs, even if it is respectfully said, an entitled way of thinking and it can be on anything. People want to bully you, mske you feel bad enough to change your thoughts to match theirs. A form of cancel culture as well. Its either their way or the highway.

This can be about anything an example If asked why i am an atheist i can say " I'm not a christian, because i just haven't seen any evidence of god" it is not disrespectful, it is my opinion and i will get tons of christians telling me "you are going to hell" "sinner" "you are what's wrong with this world" "god spoke of people like you" etc. Those are examples of people who can't handle an opinion. I did not say "you are stupid, god does not exist" as an FACTUAL 100% sure statement and claim it was an opinion, neither did i have proof of such. I simply said I MYSELF haven't seen proof of him. That is an opinion vs someone being a dick. I think this is society's problems either they are so used to false opinions they lash out at any opinion or they just don't like any thinking that is different from their own and if it's the latter get help, not everyone can be like you or will think like you.

This is the real world as long as they did not disrespect you why are you upset? If they go to hell how does it effect you? If they are gay or trans or straight how does it effect you? If they are black white Asian indigenous hispanic or biracial, how does it effect you? It is entitlement. And if you are disrespecting someone because of those things, grow the fuck up, ask yourself why does it bother you? Like REALLY bother YOU? Not why tv says it should bother you or social media says it should bother you or your family says it should.
Ask yourself why the fuck am i conditioned to hate or worry about people, their lives and beliefs who's names i don't know or who haven't done anything personally wrong to me?

AmandaYVR · Accepted Answer

No, and why should we? That's the thing about free speech - anyone can speak, but everyone else can think whatever they want of them.

If people want respect, then they shouldn't say idiotic and assholey things.

Example:
An anon male here:
"Pleasure is for us. Not you. I make it painful and humiliating just to get the point across."

Does this guy deserve respect? He does not give it. So he shall not receive it.

stark04 · Accepted Answer

If they have opinions based on wrong stereotypes, I'd lose respect for their opinion. I try to correct them but usually they're like pig headed, they think they know everything about the matter and most likely their ego gets hurt when I disagree with their opinions.

Friend of mine believes cooking and cleaning are women's job. Honestly I don't see why these has to be gender based role, I believe these are life skills and all men & women should have. It has nothing to do with your gender or being the modern independent person.

Evan64 · Accepted Answer

Not always.

I have no respect for people in the gaming community who use the "git gud" argument. (And this is coming from someone who routinely plays NES and Genesis... I may not be the best in the world but I think beating Comix Zone legitimately gives me *some* credibility among other things lmao)

No respect for racists, misogynists AND misandrists (sorry for all of you out there who don't think the latter exist... but they do), most conservatives either.

Sincerly_KittyCat · Answer

No, an opinion is an idea or belief. If your belief is crap, best believe I am telling you, I think its nonsense. You should respect people even if we have different opinions that is what truly matters.

Republican and Democrats different beliefs but they are still people respect the people not their beliefs.

Religion respect the people not their beliefs.

Ethnicity respect the people not their beliefs.
Etc

Verbally and physically abusing people is madness and uncivilized. Being tolerant and disciplined makes things easier. People can what I believe in my race, political and religion and that is okay I will respect them as much as I could. If i feel threaten best believe there will be no respect lol

loveslongnails · Answer

Well of course it depends on what they say! Everyone has the "right" to an opinion, but opinions are like assholes - everybody's got one and most of them stink. LOL So yes, I respect your right to "have one", but that doesn't mean I'll respect what you have to say.

Twalli · Answer

A girl I knew didn't want to vote for Obama, and I quote "Because he'll let the Palestinians go into Israel and kill all the Jews there. Then they'll come over here and kill all the Jews here." Obviously that didn't happen and there was no way that it would. So opinions that are just so wrong in every shape and form, I can't respect. If their opinion is opposite of mine, but not completely wrong and untrue I can accept it. For example if someone thinks Trump is our greatest president, obviously I disagree, but they have reasons.

MrWolf · Answer

Rather I do acknowledge that they have an opinion on the matter. I take a notice on it and that's it. But to respect it they have to earn that.

I mean your are free to think whatever is best for you or anyone else but to gain respect in a opinion that may be wrong or invalid no sir.

ChrisMaster69 · Answer

Greatly depends, the thing is there are a lot of fuckwits on here.

often you read an opinion and it’s 🤦

This like ‘pinks’.. who fail to understand their own bodies

The Bigots ….

Rest, yeah I respect they are able to say what they do,

Aerissa_Jade · Answer

Usually but I won't respect someone who defends criminals like rapists and makes excuses for them or believes in the rape culture or says it doesn't exist. They have their head in the ground and have lost all respect when they start saying rape was an accident or the penalty is too harsh.

DaveJord · Answer

Well I always respect that people have the right to have their own opinions... and sure I respect them to the degree that it does not interfere with me or my own. So sure I respect them, but do not confuse my respect for agreeance. And more importantly just be cause I respect your opinions do not assume to disrespect mine own.

TheBootyChest · Answer

I will respect the person for the opinion they have. YES!

But it doesn't mean I have to take it as my own, or even like their opinion.

In the rare cases, I might take a small part of their opinion and apply it to my own thoughts and feelings but maybe not all of it.

Kaneki05 · Answer

Of course not, I ain't respectful to hitler's opinions. Nor am I respectful to many other's opinions. Opinions are often a bad thing if they don't line up with mine and I am sure other's think the same way just they will refuse to admit it.

Of course if it's just I like red you like blue that is not something included in the bad thing.

God_of_Thunder · Answer

I think everyone has a right to their opinion, and I respect that right. I may disagree with their opinion, but I will fight for their right to express it.

That doesn't mean that I necessarily respect the opinion, itself. Some people's opinions are just so ridiculous, and straight up terrible, that I can't respect them. I still think they have the right to express it, though.

wkozak · Answer

It depends on many things:
1. The opinion must be respectful, i won't respect an opinion makes me or anyone feel offended.
2. Opinions must be built on true facts not false information.
3. If the opinion is about my or someone's religion i must respect it and reply politely if it's wrong.
4. Political opinions, no i will just try to avoid it because however it will end miserably if someone is too aggressive about his thoughts.

NopeWhatTime · Answer

To their face or in my head? I usually do to their face unless they're being especially antagonistic, but I usually get angry at them in my mind for disagreeing with me...

AdithyaR · Answer

Mostly yes but some opinions can't be respected as it's innately harmful towards others. So it depends on what they're saying.

Also, generally opinions should be repeated should be about something like, liking pineapton pizza, not about whether an LGBTQ member should be given human rights.

sirderpsalot123 · Answer

I respect their opinions. But respecting their opinions doesn't mean I can't respectfully explain why I disagree with them. I'm not trying to change anyone's mind, I'm just doing the same thing you're doing, having an opinion.

It also depends on what they say. For example, people will say something bigoted and then try to say "well, it's just my opinion." No it isn't. You're just a bigot.

Apulu_3 · Answer

It depends. I learnt a lot of things from people here which helped me become more wise but I have that brain to know when someone is wrong. I respect their thinking unless it harms the society or innocent people or makes no sense at all.

pixie215 · Answer

depends when they get annoying and dont wanna hear other perspectives only that they are right im like ehhhhhhhhhhh. i like discussion about different views on the same topic, but not everyone is like that its im right thats it

ohshee · Answer

Of course you have to i learned a long time ago just because i think something is true doesn't mean im right . And to be honest if you really want to learn something read what someone has said because it might spark insite for something else

normalice · Answer

If it is truly their opinion and not just something they heard from a professional propagandist or something, sure. But that has become extremely rare as infotainment (podcasts, memes, youtubers..) has taken over mainstream news.

ArrowheadSW · Answer

Normally I do respect people's opinions. However, someone is entitled to their own opinion, but not their own facts. I don't respect the misquoting of facts, or fabricated "facts" that are not based in reality.

Anonymous · Answer

If their opinion includes a personal i. e. ñame calling i Don’t respect them. Its a sign of low emotional intelligence. It’s the difference of calling a certain action stupid vs just calling a person stupid.

For example even though I am conservative i can respect even tone criticism of Trump (even agree at times). But when you are start saying “fuck Trump and fuck anyone who voted for him” then I get pissed and no longer respect your opinion.

michael1469 · Answer

Here ya go...

Gwenhwyfar · Answer

Almost always but not like Nazis and racists and misogynists and stuff

wittymilf · Answer

Some people s opinion are stupid 😂. I loss respect for a person who injects their opinion at a bad time. If you have an irreverent opinion and no one is asking for it… keep it to yourself.

SmolOrcaBoi · Answer

It depends. For the most part, I’m quite open minded, unless it invalidates someone’s existence. Then that’s not an opinion, it’s just someone being a jackass. 🙂

yug_a_tsuj · Answer

Doesn't matter what they say, everyone has right on their opinion, they may be wrong, they may be dumb, but I'll respectfully disagree 😁 or they may be right.. who knows ahah

DizzyDesii · Answer

Nope. I actually hardly respect peoples opinions. But i know how to keep it cordial so i’ll say things like “Oh i see” but i dont 🤣

Andres77 · Answer

I respect one's right to have and Express their opinions.
However, some people are just really stupid or ignorant and they should be embarrassed or ashamed for being so foolish (I admit that in some cases I'm included in this group).

Godsvengeance · Answer

Absolutely not. Some opinions are just stupid or wrong. That said, I will keep my criticisms to the opinion and not attack the person themselves but there are tons of unrespectable opinions in the world

DonkeyDan · Answer

I don't always respect the opinion, but I respect their right to have the opinion.

EmmaMary · Answer

Naturally I fully respect anyone's opinion, however that doesn't necessarily mean that I agree with them.

BonnieBoo · Answer

Only if they respected mine 😊respect is a 2 way thing & if there’s no respect for my opinion then I certainly ain’t gonna respect yours.

blissinanarchy1 · Answer

I try to unless they're opinion on something is completely against the opinion of mine in something I feel strongly about. Like racial injustice, the criminal justice system (for ALL colors)

GalaxiesAmong1808 · Answer

It is sometimes difficult to respect other people for their opinions. But we need to accept that we all have different experiences. Learn to disagree

KarinMcDonald · Answer

If their opinion is based on reality, and not on something that a TV personality told them that they should believe.

RedStiletto88 · Answer

Not always. If it’s a reasonable opinion then yes but if their opinion gets into fundamental wacky views then umm no I’m not respecting that

DryGermanGuy · Answer

If they are competent enough to form and express a real opinion, yes! If they are just brain-dead parrots with MAGA hats, no.

Jamie05rhs · Answer

No. I don't respect anyone who thinks that it's okay to go to a prostitute.

jasco · Answer

I try to but some people opinions can be very awful

Citizenkirk · Answer

If their opinion is well informed, then I respect their ability to get information to base their opinion on but not always the opinion itself.

AviatorTom · Answer

I always respect a person's right to have and voice an opinion. I don't always respect what they say... that depends.

Anonymous · Answer

Nope. Definitely not. I’ll listen to someone’s opinion (this is more than you Leftists SJW types do by the way, who want to cancel, ban, and deplatform people) hear their arguments, and then point out the flaws in their logic and trigger them with their own hypocrisy.

Still-alive · Answer

i can usually respect their opinion... unless they are obviously being bad faith about it or lying. sometimes you can tell someone's got some kind of agenda they're pushing.

Dargil · Answer

I tolerate them even if I disagree. That's respect, I guess.

Aethereal · Answer

Yes, until they start trying to replace mine with theirs.

DeeDeeDeVour · Answer

If they're clearly wrong and/or trolling on me, they don't deserve my respect.

Tiptoetamm · Answer

I may not agree with them but everyone is entitled to their opinion, I respect it and move on

lrina · Answer

i mean, i do my best but some opinions are difficult to respect.

DaveToo · Answer

I can respect everyone's opinion right up to when they have to insult me when I don't actually agree with them.

dustybiker · Answer

Depends on how they say it really. Their opinion itself is entirely their own.

lancecantee · Answer

I 100% believe everyone has a right to their opinion. But, the moment someone projects their opinion, it is up for criticism. If you want you opinion respected by everyone, you shouldn't share it.

BrickBiggems · Answer

I will hear anyone's opinion, but respect? Respect is earned.

Slartybartfast · Answer

I try to Respect people, if they have a stupid opinion I say so.

TheAfrikan · Answer

Yeah I often do respect those opinions, though most of those opinions are often full of shit.

exitseven · Answer

No not always. I try to see both sides but sometimes it is hard to do.

Friendlybro79 · Answer

I respect that people have different opinions than mine but not always do I respect opinions that are blatantly wrong that can't be disputed.

Jayplays900 · Answer

I always will, and although we may disagree, I won't insult you or bash you for your beliefs. We all have our experiences, and I will not use my anger as a weapon. We are mature adults.

SmokinAces2000 · Answer

Who ever said that people should always respect other opinions was a liar, if someone has an opinion that a specific race is inferior Im not going to respect that

SHB84 · Answer

Somewhat... I will let them know I disagree without combative, aggressive, or angry behavior and change the subject.

Justneedtokno · Answer

I think we respect the facts. But in our opinion we don’t always agree

Raperonzolo_Viv · Answer

not all the time but they have the right to do so..

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