Clearer Thinking with Spencer Greenberg Forgiveness and E-Prime (with Josh Castle)
Oct 13, 2020
In this engaging discussion, Josh Castle, a producer with a rich background spanning data science to music education, shares insights on the nature of forgiveness and the challenges of morality beyond faith. He explores the idea of becoming a polymath and the benefits of diverse learning experiences. Castle also dives deep into E-Prime, a unique language framework that promotes clearer thinking by avoiding certain verbs. This thought-provoking conversation highlights innovative educational strategies and the societal impacts of restorative justice.
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Ideas That Matter
- Prioritize ideas that can positively impact your life and the world.
- Focus on ideas with causal power, like decision-making, biases, emotions, and thinking skills.
Focus on Ideas
- Ideas should be judged independently of the speaker's credentials.
- Focus on the value of the ideas themselves, regardless of the speaker's background.
Well-Rounded Upbringing
- Josh Castle's parents encouraged his diverse interests to help him become well-rounded.
- This included music, sports, and various clubs, even if he initially disliked some.