When I asked Perplexity how to get someone to see things from a different perspective it was sad to me...

 

To persuade someone to look at things from another perspective, several strategies can be employed, each focusing on building understanding and connection rather than confrontation.

Establish Rapport: Building a sense of trust and connection is crucial. This can be done by showing genuine interest in the other person, actively listening to their views, and finding common ground. People are more receptive to ideas from those they like and respect.

Use Storytelling: Narratives and anecdotes can make your perspective more relatable and memorable. Storytelling appeals to emotions and values, helping to overcome objections and provide context for your perspective.

Active Listening: Engage in active listening to truly understand the other person's point of view. This involves listening to understand rather than to respond, which can help in identifying the values and concerns of the other person.

Ask Open-Ended Questions: Questions can uncover the other person's needs and motivations, guiding them to discover your perspective on their own. Open-ended questions encourage elaboration and reflection.

Appeal to Shared Values: Understand the audience's values and frame your arguments in a way that aligns with those values. This can create a sense of shared goals, even if the initial perspectives differ.

Reciprocity and Social Proof: Offering something of value before asking for something in return can create a sense of obligation. Additionally, showing that others have adopted your perspective can be persuasive.

Acknowledge Valid Points: Before presenting your perspective, affirm any valid points made by the other person. This demonstrates respect and understanding, making them more open to your viewpoint.

Use Evidence-Based Examples: Providing concrete, researched examples can enhance credibility and help others see the rationale behind your perspective.

Empathy and Humility: Approach the conversation with empathy, trying to understand why the other person holds their beliefs. Humility can help in creating a dialogue where the other person feels

The reason this makes me sad is I know I've employed all of these strategies all for nothing.  Honesty has gotten me no where, Since I won't just tell people what they want to hear or believe like they do, They showed me how much they valued my opinion and I've seen how much they value any opinion that doesn't align with their own and it makes my stomach turn.  They shut out the world because they are afraid of change and I doubt they have ever even tried walking in another person's shoes per say, so they can stay inside their little box and pretend that they are the only one's who are right all they want but until they can either show their proof or explain why they believe the things they do, I will not listen because that would be like accepting someone's opinion as a fact or truth which is not how you convince me or any educated person in this world.