This chapter explores the significance of direct observation in understanding the world, contrasting it with living in abstraction. It discusses the transformative impact of embracing a more observant approach, highlighting a deeper connection to reality. The conversation navigates through the nuances of attention types and the importance of studying real-world phenomena like money and tea for a richer understanding.
Paying attention is a crucial human skill, yet many of us have forgotten how to listen carefully and observe intentionally. In this episode, we talk about how we can recapture our ability to pay attention that helps all of us to see with more empathy, accuracy, and connection to others.
Christian Madsbjerg founded (and sold) ReD Associates - a strategic innovation consultancy - with a group of likeminded people in 2007. He is the author of books on social theory and discourse analysis.
Christian's book, Look: How to Pay Attention in a Distracted World is available now.
Find out more about Christian at madsbjerg.com.
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