Philosophy For Our Times
How To Overcome Wilful Blindness | Margaret Heffernan
Apr 28, 2020
Margaret Heffernan, author of Wilful Blindness, discusses the dangers of willful ignorance and the importance of confronting uncomfortable information. The podcast explores the impact of willful blindness on decision-making, problem-solving, and personal growth, while emphasizing the need to break free from the trap of obedience and conformity.
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- Recognizing the responsibility to address ethical problems and taking action to create positive change.
- Breaking free from bounded thinking and developing a mindset that allows for better awareness and actions in addressing societal problems.
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Willful Ignorance and Avoiding Ethical Problems
Margaret Tefanen discusses the issue of willful ignorance and the tendency to avoid ethical problems. She shares a story of a friend, Sam, who was aware of a colleague engaging in sexual harassment but chose to leave his job instead of addressing the issue. Margaret highlights the common mindset of thinking it's not one's responsibility to fix such problems, the aversion to conflict, and the desire to fit in. She emphasizes the need for individuals to recognize their power and resources and take action to create positive change.
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