Bilateral Discussion: Reputation and Public Opinion on the Balance – Should I Even Care?

In our societies, reputation and what others say are among the most important drivers of behavior for the majority of individuals, and among the main deterrents preventing them from acting on many impulses—even when they are personally convinced—because individuals among us consider "what people think" to a degree that may surpass their regard for themselves, from daily actions to life-changing decisions. Many of us do not necessarily view this as negative, given that humans are inherently "social beings," and thus have little choice but to care about others' opinions of them. We will discuss this matter from entirely different angles, attempting to delve deeply into the idea, to broaden our perspectives and express our thoughts in a space free from judgment and labels. Discussion Format: Each person will discuss the topic with another for 9-10 minutes to hear more transparent and honest ideas, then switch to another person until six rounds are completed. Afterwards, we will move into groups of (3-4 people) to continue discussions on the same topic. ⏳ Time: Sunday, September 14, from 8:15 PM to 10:45 PM. We will remain available afterward for informal conversation. 📍 Location: Coffee Planet 💰 Fee: Only 30 SAR Transfer via STC PAY to this number: 0556349749 ⚖️ Meeting Rules: ✔️ Discussion is open to all opinions with mutual respect for differing viewpoints ✔️ We focus our discussion on philosophy and life, avoiding religious and political issues ✔️ Please arrive on time