Scepticism Is Not Cynicism

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Scepticism is the notion of you need to provide some evidence to me that what you're saying has gone back to credibility. It's trustworthy, it's unbiased and provides unvarnished information. And once you focus on those pillars, you start to distinguish very quickly between unprincipled rebels and principled rebels. Iow every error is the right time for principled rebels. But it feels like right now needs them more than ever. If we start espousing the dea of question everything, push back, don't follow the norms,. Are we just lending? Or are we just pouring gasolene on the fire? That assumes everybody should be erring all of ther grievances,

Todd Kashdan is a two-time Smart People Podcast guest. As a Professor of Psychology and a leading educator to the public, Todd translates state-of-the-art science for practical application to improve our everyday lives. He is well-known for his energetic and disarming communication style.

Awarded the 2013 Distinguished Early Career Researcher Award by the American Psychological Association, Todd Kashdan is among the world’s top experts on the psychology of well-being, psychological strengths, mental agility, and social relationships. His research has been featured in hundreds of media outlets, including multiple articles in the Harvard Business Review, New York Times, and Forbes.

Todd's newest book, The Art of Insubordination: How to Dissent and Defy Effectively, is available now!

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