The Role of Empathy and Open-Mindedness in Conflict Resolution

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Episode 2041:

Greg Audino challenges the common practice of demonizing opposing viewpoints in "Stop Rooting Against Evil," inviting us to consider empathy and open-mindedness as tools for progress. He delves into the pitfalls of seeking significance through conflict and the importance of understanding differing perspectives to foster real change.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://medium.com/invisible-illness/stop-rooting-against-evi-9919cbd283cf

Quotes to ponder:

"One of the easiest things to forget and one of the most important things NOT to forget is the fact that everyone is doing their best with what they’re given."

"The more you vilify that which you disagree with, the more you perpetuate it."

"Wanting anyone and their ideology to crash and burn just so your ego can get tickled means you’re not rooting for them to straighten themselves out and help lead the world into a better direction."

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