Opinions and principles should be connected. We can think of principles first, opinions second.
Principles are rule sets, guidelines and fundamentals truths. They include axioms (something worthy), morals, laws of nature, ideals, and human behavior. Another word for principle is: conviction.
Somewhere along the way, we have developed a principle or two!
When we think about having principles, they usually come in the form of opinions. Our principles would drive our thinking as to having an opinion.
Early on there were the 10 Commandments, and “The Golden Rule”…and, how about “self-honesty? (Acknowledging one’s own behavior.) Self-honesty becoming a “guilt buster!” Think about it!
Those wild horses keep showing up, tempting us! Having principles and opinions come in handy!
Always caring,
Grandma Louise
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