I have always loved this meme…
It is certainly more relevant than ever now….
With COVID-19 suddenly turning everyone into experts, most prophesying impeding doom, I just wanted write a quick 2 minute post on the impact of all these OPINIONS on others mental health, and importantly how a subtle change of language to the word ADVICE can make a big difference, whilst we navigate through this crisis.
I REPEAT… A view or judgement formed about something, not necessarily based on fact or knowledge.
I REPEAT… Guidance or recommendations offered with regards to prudent future action.
In essence, when we are asked our OPINION, we psychologically move 1 STEP AWAY from the person, often climbing on a soap box creating fear and uncertainty .
When we are asked for our ADVICE, we psychologically move 1 STEP CLOSER looking for a SOLUTION to help, rather than an often dark critique of the situation.
So Simply…
Following government guidelines on social distancing here is my ADVICE in visual format…
