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Julia Galef on the Scout Mindset

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Navigating Social Interactions: Armor and Authenticity

This chapter explores the evolutionary roots of emotional defenses, comparing them to protective armor in social settings. The speakers emphasize the value of supportive communities for vulnerability and contrast short-term safety with the long-term advantages of adopting a more open 'scout mindset'.

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