Over the years, I`ve learned that being always right, and having the right answer, doesn`t necessarily take me to a better place. Finding out that I was wrong can be very rewarding!
I may have an opinion as to what`s right about something, and feel very strongly about any conflicting opinion presented to me.
I did this with great debating talent when I was young. Today I realize that this does not improve my perception of reality, and neither does it improve my communication skills and my relationships 
If I make the effort to put aside what I`m sure is right, and just “listen” to the other opinion with a “tabula rasa” state of mind, asking questions for clarification as I get to points that are most difficult for me to accept – I find that new horizons open up for me, and my entire experience becomes richer, both conceptually and in terms of the relationship.
I don`t always change my mind about what I think, although many times I do, but one very important thing always happens…
I become clear on all the possible ways of viewing a certain reality, interpreting it, and drawing logical conclusions that may differ considerably from mine.
I also get an opportunity to understand the logic behind other points of view, and respect them, even if I ultimately don`t accept them. And quite often, I do moderate my own perception.
Sometimes it just feels great to say “I`m sorry….you are making a valid point…and I was wrong”. It diffuses a great deal of tension for everyone involved.
