No Stupid Questions 83. Can You Change Your Mind Without Losing Face?
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Jan 23, 2022 Admitting when we're wrong can feel awkward, yet it teaches valuable lessons in vulnerability. The discussion explores how intellectual humility fosters open-mindedness and helps us navigate misunderstandings. Changing beliefs doesn't mean losing integrity; it’s a fluid process shaped by personal experiences. From politics to science, the complexity of shifting viewpoints is highlighted through engaging anecdotes. Lastly, the power of constructive dialogue is emphasized as a way to bridge differing opinions and tackle societal changes.
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Onitsuka Mispronunciation
- Stephen Dubner mispronounced "Onitsuka," a Japanese sneaker brand.
- An elderly Japanese neighbor corrected him, causing Dubner embarrassment.
Scandinavia Confusion
- Angela Duckworth mistakenly thought Scandinavia was a country.
- Her mother-in-law gently corrected her during a family dinner.
Ego Depletion Rethink
- The ego-depletion theory, positing self-control as a limited resource, has been challenged.
- Updated research suggests self-control exertion signals effort's cost, not resource depletion.