Changing Our Minds: Why we should admit when we're wrong
May 3, 2024
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Former GOP congressman, organizational psychologist, and civil rights activist discuss the benefits of admitting when we're wrong. Topics include climate change beliefs evolution, embracing intellectual challenges, navigating conversations with different perspectives, and embracing growth through learning and unlearning.
Encouraging empathy through challenging conversations fosters understanding and growth.
Illustrating transformative power of empathy in combating hate and fostering mutual understanding.
Deep dives
Changing Perspectives Through Challenging Conversations
Encouraging open-mindedness and empathy through challenging conversations. Reflecting on the importance of calling in rather than calling out people to promote understanding and growth. By engaging with individuals respectfully, it becomes possible to navigate differences and foster connection. Emphasizing the power of approaching discussions with love and respect.
Overcoming Hate Through Understanding and Compassion
Illustrating the transformative power of empathy and dialogue in combating hate. Sharing experiences of engaging with former hate group members to foster change and mutual understanding. Emphasizing the significance of addressing underlying values and encouraging self-reflection for personal growth and healing. Advocating for a shift from hate to love and respect in interactions.
Navigating Difficult Conversations with Grace and Dignity
Guiding individuals on navigating challenging conversations with grace and dignity. Providing strategies for engaging with differing perspectives, even in emotionally charged settings. Advocating for the importance of respect, empathy, and curiosity in dialogue. Highlighting the potential for transformation through respectful and mindful interactions.
Promoting Accountability Through Constructive Engagement
Promoting accountability and growth through constructive engagement and dialogue. Encouraging individuals to approach conversations with understanding and compassion. Emphasizing the power of calling in rather than calling out, especially in addressing power dynamics and fostering collaboration. Advocating for respectful and empathetic interactions to facilitate positive change.
Original broadcast date: Friday, December 3, 2021. Admitting we're wrong is painful — even seen as a sign of weakness. But what if we take a more flexible approach? This hour: how rethinking ideas can be good for our brains and our relationships. Guests include former GOP congressman Bob Inglis, organizational psychologist Adam Grant, and civil rights activist Loretta J. Ross.
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