Raising Good Humans Navigating Moral Differences: How to Help Guide Your Child’s Moral Compass without Moral Righteousness with Professor Kurt Gray
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Jan 3, 2025 
Dr. Kurt Gray, a Professor at the University of North Carolina, dives into the art of teaching kids strong values while respecting differing opinions. He discusses the importance of empathy in moral development and offers practical strategies for navigating moral dilemmas. The conversation emphasizes open dialogue over judgment, especially in discussions about complex issues like bullying. Gray also highlights how fostering independence in teens can enhance their moral growth, blending individual beliefs with understanding broader perspectives.
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Harm and Morality
- Perceptions of harm drive moral judgments.
- We condemn behaviors perceived as harmful, leading to disagreements on what constitutes harm.
Uber Ride Conversation
- Kurt Gray engaged in a conversation with an Uber driver about Christian nationalism.
- The driver made a disrespectful comparison, but Gray's prior listening allowed for respectful correction.
CIV for Civil Conversations
- Connect, invite, and validate (CIV) for civil conversations.
- Connect personally, invite others to share, and validate their feelings without necessarily agreeing.
