10% Happier with Dan Harris The Many Benefits of a “Paradox Mindset” | Dolly Chugh
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Mar 1, 2023 
Dolly Chugh, a professor at NYU Stern and author of "A More Just Future," delves into the complexities of being a patriotic citizen while acknowledging historical injustices. She discusses the 'patriot's dilemma' and concepts like home team bias and belief grief. The conversation emphasizes the 'paradox mindset,' encouraging listeners to embrace complexity in their beliefs and relationships. Chugh also challenges traditional narratives, urging us to rethink historical figures like Rosa Parks and advocate for a more just future.
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Little House on the Prairie
- Dolly Chugh's family read the "Little House on the Prairie" series and visited historical sites.
- This experience made her question the narrative and whose land it was originally.
Home Team Bias
- The "home team bias" affects how we interpret events, favoring our own group's perspective.
- This bias influences our understanding of history, particularly our country's past.
Think Like a Historiographer
- Adopt a "historiographer" mindset: question narratives and consider missing perspectives.
- Ask yourself, "Who served me this narrative, and what might be missing?"
