The Power of Opinion: Navigating Feedback in the Digital Age
I hope this newsletter finds you well and ready for an insightful journey into the world of personal growth and resilience.
Today, I want to share a recent experience that taught me a valuable lesson about the power of opinion and how it can shape our lives – for better or worse.
A Whirlwind of Opportunities
Last week was a whirlwind of exciting opportunities for me.
I was invited to be a guest on a podcast and speak at Cody Askins' event in Springfield, MO.
As someone who's passionate about sharing knowledge and helping others grow, I was thrilled.
But I'd be lying if I said I wasn't nervous, especially about the YouTube interview with Cody.
You see, Cody and I hadn't discussed what we were going to talk about beforehand.
We both started the interview with blank pieces of paper, ready to dive into whatever came up.
It was exhilarating and nerve-wracking at the same time – a true test of my ability to think on my feet and provide value in real-time.
The Perfect Calendar: A Game-Changer
The next day, I delivered a presentation on "The Perfect Calendar" at Cody's event.
It was incredible to see the room come alive as people started looking at their calendars differently – by day, week, month, and year.
The energy was palpable, and I left feeling inspired by the impact of sharing knowledge that can truly change how people approach their time and productivity.
A Family Getaway and an Unexpected Blow
With these successful events behind me, I was looking forward to a relaxing family “camping” trip over the weekend.
Yes, we went camping and NO we didn’t sleep in a text.
I’ve done enough camp tenting when I was in Boy Scouts to last a lifetime. I’ve never shared this as I thought “cool kids” didn’t do Boy Scouts but I’m actually an Eagle Scout.
Yes, that is me with a mullet.
Moving on…
My goal was to disconnect from work and enjoy quality time with my loved ones as I’ve been traveling two out of the past three weeks.
However, life had other plans.
On Saturday morning, I woke up to an off-the-cuff comment on my YouTube video – my first one, no less.
The comment hit me like a ton of bricks.
Logically, I knew there was no reason for it to affect me so deeply, but emotions aren't always logical, are they?
I found myself getting worked up, letting someone’s opinion threaten to ruin our family weekend.
It was a stark reminder of how vulnerable we can be in this age of social media, where everyone has a platform to voice their thoughts – positive or negative.
The Power of Opinion: A Timely Reminder
In a moment of clarity, I decided to reach out to my mentor for advice.
His response was a powerful reminder of a concept we both leverage in our lives: the power of opinion and how we can choose whose opinions matter to us.
In today's world, where social media reigns supreme and everyone has something to say, we have to be intentional about whose opinions we allow to influence us.
It's about recognizing that we have the power to decide whose feedback we take to heart and whose we choose to disregard.
Reclaiming Control
After that conversation with my mentor, I made a conscious decision not to let someone’s opinion about my business, my past, and my life ruin our family weekend.
It wasn't easy, but by afternoon, we were back on track, enjoying our time together.
This experience reinforced a crucial lesson: while it's important to be open to feedback and growth, it's equally important to be discerning about whose opinions we give weight to.
Not everyone deserves the power to influence our emotions or decisions.
A Challenge for You
Now, I want to extend a challenge to you. Take some time this week to reflect on and write down:
Whose opinions do you want to give power to in your life?
Who are the people you trust to provide constructive feedback?
Whose opinions have you been allowing to influence you that perhaps shouldn't?
By being intentional about this, you can create a shield against unnecessary negativity while remaining open to valuable insights from those who truly have your best interests at heart.
Moving Forward
As I continue on this journey of growth and sharing, I'm committed to producing weekly YouTube videos to provide value and insights.
I invite you to subscribe to my channel and join me on this adventure.
Your support means the world to me, and I promise to always strive to deliver content that inspires, educates, and empowers.
Remember, in this digital age, we're all susceptible to the opinions of others.
But we have the power to choose whose voices we amplify in our lives.
Let's make those choices wisely,
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