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How to Talk to People You Don’t Agree With, With Social Psychologist Jonathan Haidt

Nov 19, 2018
Social psychologist Jonathan Haidt discusses the value of exposure to different opinions, while blogger Anil Dash explores treating each other despite differences. Andra Medea provides steps for defusing Thanksgiving fights. Topics include online arguments, campus culture impact on Gen Z, challenges on college campuses, depressive assumptions, rational thinking, corruption, and navigating family dynamics and online interactions.
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Quick takeaways

  • Exposure to diverse opinions fosters understanding and minimizes offense in conversations.
  • Cultivating civility online involves curating feeds for diverse perspectives and promoting respectful dialogue.

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