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10% Happier with Dan Harris

George Saunders on: “Holy Befuddlement” and How to Be Less of a “Turd”

Oct 19, 2022
01:03:04

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  • Practice 'holy befuddlement' to navigate relationships effectively by embracing uncertainty and non-attachment to fixed beliefs.
  • Utilize multiple viewpoints in narratives to induce empathy and challenge fixed perspectives, fostering a nuanced understanding of differing experiences.

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Holy Buffolement and Non-Attachment to Views

The antidote to entrenched views and cognitive empathy issues is holy buffolement according to George Saunders. This concept involves not clinging to views and remaining open to uncertainty. By practicing 'holy buffolement,' individuals can navigate arguments and personal relationships more effectively by embracing non-attachment to fixed beliefs.

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