Arthur C. Brooks, Love Your Enemies
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Responding to Contempt with Warmth and Kindness
In this chapter, the speaker discusses the importance of responding with empathy and curiosity when faced with differing opinions and contempt. They emphasize the use of the golden rule, suggesting that treating others with respect and genuine interest is often more effective than attacking or dismissing them. The speaker also mentions an experience with the Dalai Lama, who advised responding to contempt with warmheartedness as an opportunity to change hearts.
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