In a podcast about diverse friendships, a participant illustrates, 'My friend, Sophia, comes from a completely different background than me, and we have very different political views. Yet, she always listens respectfully to my perspective and never dismisses my feelings, even when we disagree. She values our friendship over any differences.' What quality of a good friend does Sophia exemplify?
A) Being easily swayed by others' opinions.
B) Having no strong opinions of her own.
C) Demonstrating acceptance, respect, and open-mindedness.
D) Avoiding all controversial topics.
E) Being highly influential in her friend group.