I do none of that
Discussion
have you not influenced someone to watch a movie, hear a song, read a book, or persuaded someone to listen to your opinion, or hire you for a job? of course you have.
everyone practices the art of influence, whether consciously or unconsciously. especially professionals who have services they offer.
I see your point and was just having a bit of fun pointing your rule has exceptions. The world everyone tends to trigger me.
Indeed, I live by the rules of Taoism and I actively try not to influence people and situations although I'm not very good at it.
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He (the sage) wants all things to follow their own nature, but dares not act.
[Tao Te Ching chapter 64]