| Judgment Versus Opinion |
Most of us understand that when we judge someone, or someone judges us, it is a negative emotional experience. As a result, we naturally want to avoid being judgmental, but this gets confusing when we feel we have to suppress thoughts that could actually be offering us guidance. For example, we may meet someone new and suppress a negative feeling about them, thinking that we don't want to fall into the trap of being judgmental. Later, though, it may turn out that paying attention to that thought could have helped us take care of ourselves or someone else.Â
It is important to learn to distinguish inner guidance, and having an opinion, from judgment, otherwise we run the risk of not listening to our intuition and not allowing ourselves to form opinions. Inner guidance and opinions both help us to interact more intelligently in the world, so we don't want to throw them out in an effort to avoid being judgmental. Our intuition usually makes itself known to us in a flash, and often has a physical component -- a flutter in our stomachs, sweaty palms, or a chill. When we use this information to help us navigate a situation, we always benefit. Similarly, having an opinion about a person or an idea allows us to converse about it in a focused way with intention. Listening to our intuition and forming opinions are both positive outcomes of our ability to interpret the information that comes our way.
When we make a judgment, on the other hand, we attempt to have a final say on whether someone or something is inherently good or bad. Judgments close us down instead of opening us up; opinions have a lighter quality and are amenable to change. Once a judgment has been made, there is no more conversation or consideration, whereas opinions invite further debate. Intuition guides us from moment to moment, but, unlike judgment, never makes a final decree. In other words, it is only healthy to be open to the information we receive and to allow ourselves to process that information. As long as we stay open and fluid, we can trust that we have not fallen prey to the trap of judgment. | DailyOM Course Spotlight by Jannine Murray Looking for a highly effective, all-in-one program that will transform your body, mind and spirit? If so, this is it. In this 8-week program from top health and fitness trainer, Jannine Murray, you'll receive a series of quick, energizing workouts that will get you beautifully toned all over. To compliment your fitness routines, you'll also get a toolkit full of delicious recipes that will naturally detox your body, as well as balance your hormones and slim your tummy. And, with the support of empowering mindset mediations, you will feel motivated and inspired every day. By the end, you will embrace a new way of living and be more in love with your body.
Top 10 DailyOM Courses 1. Narcissistic Relationships - From Surviving to Thriving
2. Chair Yoga for Healing, Strength and Mobility
3. Shedding Your Menopausal Middle in 10 Days
4. The 2 Week Fascia Miracle
5. Shakti Warrior Dance for Healing
6. Strengthening Your Pelvic Floor
7. Heal Yourself From Adrenal Fatigue
8. Heal Your Soul by Letting Go of Emotional Addiction
9. 5 Week Kundalini Yoga for Chakras
10. Toned Inner Thighs in 13 Days
New Courses • The Ultimate 7 Day Body Mind Spirit Connection
• Speaking Your Truth in Relationships
• 7 Day Yoga Sculpt Challenge
• 7 Day Beginner Yoga Challenge
> More Courses |
| | |
| | |
© 2022 DailyOM - All Rights Reserved
No portion of this site can be reprinted without express permission. |
|
|
Subscribed as c8b3bc361a[at]newslettercollector.com (1067693) [1]
