How to explain someone that they are closed-minded?

Marcolala What is not normal is you disrespecting your father. without him you would not even be here.You are nineteen, and he is much older, treat him with some respect. rolling your eyes is childish even at nineteen you should darned well know better than that. sohe may be closed minded and again he may not be, as I have only your word on that.But if you were my son and rolled your eyes at me, I would walk off and let you stew in your own juices. try to understand your father a little more and be gentle in your dealings, he may be much nicer than you think.

First, Christians don't have the luxury of being closed-minded. It goes against the golden rule. It doesn't matter what other rules your religion sets down, if you are Christian, you have to treat other people with respect. That means accepting that other people are different and have different points of view which should be treated with a basic level of tolerance and respect. Otherwise, close minded people are often too close minded to be convinced or reached. There are three ways to persuade people. Logic, or logos is one. Reasons and carefully considered arguments. The second is emotional appeal. The third is moral superiority. Your father will feel that he has the third element in the bag due to his status as parent over you. This is an error. However, if you can establish a stronger standing in a church that he values, you might be able to work with this. Another way is to establish a common vision with other people important in your dad's life. Brothers, sisters, aunts, uncles, or religious leaders.. if voicing support for your point of view allows you to claim the third. The second point is one that takes some care to craft effectively. It is not an argument of reasons but one of feelings. Men, in general, are less in tune with emotions and sympathy. That is a hard position to win, but it is one you will have to reflect on. As far as logical reasons, my point above about the law of reciprocity seems a good start. Especially if one is an American, they enjoy certain benefits of open mindedness which they cannot .. logically.. then deny to others. For example, the freedom from any specific enforced religious perspective. Anyway, there are only two piles of problems. Your father's close-minded ways are in his pile of problems, not yours. Try not to stress over it.