Exploring how rituals can bring people together while also causing divisions due to differing perceptions of correctness, leading to conflicts in interfaith relationships and social interactions. The chapter emphasizes the importance of recognizing personal rituals, seeking input from others, and being open to new experiences to find meaningful practices.
While religion may play less of a role in many people's lives, rituals--the lifeblood of religion--remain central to the human experience. Listen as Michael Norton of the Harvard Business School explains how and why rituals remain at the center of our lives--they give meaning to life-cycle events and secular holidays, calm our fears, and give us a sense of control when the pressure to perform can otherwise overwhelm us.