You Don’t Have to Have an Opinion on Everything

“You always own the option of having no opinion.”

- Marcus Aurelius, Meditations 

Those words were written nearly 2,000 years ago, and it is just as relevant today.
Scroll through the news, social media, or even listen to colleagues chatting. Everything today seems to be about provoking a reaction. Spilling the tea, a “hot take”, or a conspiracy theory.

But here’s the truth: you don’t need to form an opinion on every little thing. 
You get to decide what deserves your attention, and what doesn’t.

Think about it.
How much time do we waste forming opinions on gossip, politics, or the actions of people we barely know? 
How often do we label things as “good” or “bad” when, in reality, they’re just… things?

The power is in realizing that we don’t have to carry all of it.

When you choose to have no opinion:

• You reduce judgment and start seeing situations more clearly.

• You conserve energy for what actually matters.

• You protect your peace of mind.

• You stay flexible enough to adapt when new facts emerge.

It isn’t about indifference. 
It’s about focus. 
It’s about protecting your mental state, exerting your energy wisely, and reserving your judgment for the people, projects, and priorities that deserve it.

In the 4th Quarter, that kind of clarity is priceless. 

We don’t need to be everywhere or weigh in on everything. 
We need to stay sharp where it counts.

So here’s your reminder: Not everything needs your focus or opinion.

If you want to go deeper, I recommend following Ryan Holiday and picking up his books on Stoicism.
They’re all full of practical wisdom that feels as relevant today as it did in the Roman Empire. My favourite is The Obstacle is the Way.

Turns out, sometimes, the best move is no move at all.

Let’s play to win