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How To Unsubscribe From The Negative Stories You Tell About Yourself And Others | Anu Gupta
Dec 18, 2024
Anu Gupta is a multifaceted educator, lawyer, and scientist, known for his work in breaking bias through BE MORE with Anu. He shares his personal journey of overcoming deep-rooted biases as a gay immigrant of color. Gupta discusses the five causes of bias and the limitations of traditional DEI training, emphasizing mindfulness as a transformative tool. He introduces the PRISM toolkit for developing a compassionate understanding of bias, and explores the profound impact of shame on mental well-being in the process of unlearning negative narratives.
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- Bias is a learned behavior influenced by culture and experiences, which can be unlearned through mindfulness and awareness.
- Negative self-talk, rooted in societal biases, significantly impacts mental health, highlighting the need for self-compassion and kinder internal dialogues.
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Understanding Bias and Its Origins
Bias manifests in various ways within society, often as negative and self-limiting stories about oneself and others. These biases are shaped by experiences, culture, and social influences, with individuals learning and internalizing stereotypes from a young age. The podcast emphasizes that biases are not innate but are rather learned behaviors that can be unlearned. By recognizing the origins of these biases, individuals can start to challenge and transform the narratives that shape their interactions with themselves and others.
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