Politeness vs Civility: Recognizing Manipulation

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The speaker discusses the difference between politeness and civility, emphasizing the importance of judging a person based on the motivations underlying their character rather than their external behavior. They highlight the threat posed by individuals who present themselves as nice and cooperative but are actually ruthless. Personal experiences of manipulation are shared, underscoring the need to recognize the difference between politeness and genuine respect for others.

In a divided society, idealists believe we can overcome our differences.

Alexandra Hudson is one of those idealists. Disillusioned by the backstabbing she witnessed in federal government, she began to research how we can repair the divisions keeping us apart.

We discuss what being civil means in a dog-eat-dog culture and why building a more connected community can start on the front porch.

This...is A Bit of Optimism.

To learn more about Alexandra and her work, check out:

her book: The Soul of Civility

alexandraohudson.com

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