How to Be a Better Human The right way to know you might be wrong (w/ Tenelle Porter)
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Mar 10, 2025 
Tenelle Porter, an assistant professor of psychology at Rowan University who specializes in intellectual humility, joins the conversation to share insights on embracing our fallibility. She emphasizes the importance of recognizing when we might be wrong, suggesting that this openness can lead to personal growth and richer dialogues. Porter highlights its crucial role in education, revealing how teenagers with this quality achieve better academic results. The discussion also explores practical strategies for cultivating humility in both adults and children, enhancing interpersonal relationships.
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Plane Seat Mix-Up
- Tenelle Porter describes being confidently wrong about her assigned seat on a plane.
- This emphasizes that everyone makes mistakes, highlighting the universality of being wrong.
Historical Humility
- Intellectual humility, the understanding that we might be wrong, isn't new.
- Scientists and philosophers have discussed its importance for centuries.
Modeling Humility
- Model intellectual humility, especially in positions of influence.
- This creates a safe environment for others to express uncertainty and ask questions.