You cannot listen objectively to any point of view different than your own. People who hold what you consider as incorrect opinions are inferior to you. To you, a person from another culture, race, or even region of the country are uneducated and simple minded. You do not mind having intellectual conversation, as long the other person is equal to you in beliefs, race, or culture. A closed-minded person is blocked from new ideas, new ways at seeing things, and new opportunities in life. Simply put, they are stuck with their same behavior and views with no room for personal growth. The Bible names this type of person as “stiff-necked” they are unable to turn and look at the possibility that they may be wrong. Successful people are not afraid of positive change and are open to new ways to doing things. Mature people are willing to admit their ways of thinking or doing things is wrong. Being unable to change your beliefs or behavior will cause you to be a problem with everyone who has to deal with you. Eventually you will find yourself ignored and banished from fellow work mates, family members, and friends. Not all change is good, but in general change is good. If someone has a different point of view then yours, take time to listen and evaluate that view. Learning will broaden your horizons
Open Minded People Are:
Compassionate
Good Listeners (especially for facts)
Humble
Selfless
Unbiased
Always Learning
Encouraging
Inquisitive