Inner Matrix Systems Sheds Light on How to Stop Naysayers from Stealing Your Peace of Mind

Naysayers - those who criticize, doubt, or oppose things they don't agree with or understand - seem to be everywhere. We live in a world where technology provides a platform for the frequent exchange of ideas. But Joey Klein, CEO of Inner Matrix Systems, believes we don't have to live in fear of our ideas continually being rejected by others.

Because no one is all-knowing, it is crucial to learn the art of asking for, receiving, and analyzing advice from others. It will help you make better decisions and broaden your understanding of life's intricacies. The exchange of ideas is an essential part of the human experience. Without the emotional tools needed to examine, consider, and when necessary, reject input from others, life can be unbearably confusing.

Some people tend to be perpetually negative about any idea that wasn't theirs. We call those people naysayers. The glass is always half empty for these folks. Often it is their dissatisfaction with their own life choices that spurs their negative outlook. Paying too much heed to a naysayer's opinions can rob you of peace of mind and distance you from your goals.

When considering how to deal with a would-be naysayer's suggestions, the first, and arguably the most important, step is to consider the source. This process can be tricky. Not every person that weighs in about decisions you face, your lifestyle, or professional choices is a naysayer. Some may be well-intentioned but misinformed. Others may have your best interest at heart but might be more risk-averse than you. And some might be right on target and offer advice that you should accept.

Evaluate the advice or opinion given and the motives and history of the person providing them. One important key is to understand that if you don't know the person well enough to measure their reasons or consider their history of good advice-giving, they are not likely to be someone that knows you well enough to offer sound advice.

Only ask for advice from someone you trust. Rarely is unsolicited input from an unknown source constructive. Without the ability to consider their motives and experience, you can't properly evaluate a source's ideas, so disregard them and look for a trusted one.

If you've received advice from a well-intentioned but possibly misinformed person with whom you have a relationship that you value, ask them enough questions to ascertain their understanding of the situation. Arguing or trying to change someone else's mind is not useful. It's okay to thank them and choose another direction. If the relationship is as valued by them as it is by you, they will understand and wish you well.

If you ask for, then receive, advice from someone with your best interests at heart who has a history of providing sound guidance in the past, consider their opinion thoroughly. This does not mean you must accept it, for only you know all the factors at play - including your goals and your vision. But informed and well-intentioned advice is a valuable resource. Consider it wisely, then make the best decision you can. Remember that, except for life and death decisions, even a failure will add to your life experiences and strengthen you. A small failure today can save you from a major mistake in the future.

About Inner Matrix Systems

Inner Matrix Systems, based in Denver, is a personal mastery training system for high achievers. For more than twenty years, IMS has delivered a proprietary methodology that rewires, trains, and aligns the nervous system, emotions, and thought strategies to create real-life results. CEO, Joey Klein, and IMS have worked with more than 80,000 individuals from around the world through both live and online training programs, as well as one-on-one coaching. Clients have included: Boeing, IBM, Dell, Google, Panda Express, Coca Cola and The World Health Organization. Joey is the author of The Inner Matrix: Leveraging the Art & Science of Personal Mastery to Create Real Life Results (June 2021).