Don't waste your time trying to change others. It's okay to see things differently.
Talking Points:
- Don’t waste time trying to convince others to be just like you. You don’t have the power to change people.
- It’s okay to agree to disagree. Let people express their thoughts and opinions and don’t judge them for their views.
- Set a good example for your friends by giving them space to be themselves and hopefully they’ll do the same for you!
Discussion Questions:
- Initial reactions to this topic? What jumped out at you?
- Do you have a friend who always thinks their way is the right way? Explain.
- What are some areas where you disagree with some of your friends? How have you handled those disagreements?
- Why is it important to recognize that we only have power over ourselves, not others? What is likely to happen if we try to force someone to change?
- What kind of example are you setting for your friends? How do you honor their perspective, even if it’s different than yours? How can you improve?
- Is there a step you need to take based on today’s topic?
