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- Reclaiming authentic communication requires acknowledging the veiled violence embedded in cultural scripts and dismantling deep-seated cultural narratives that hinder genuine expression.
- A return to earnestness is necessary to rebuild morale, coherence, and conviviality in society by creating face-to-face communities grounded in earnestness.
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The Importance of Earnestness in Communication
In this podcast episode, Jim and Nora Bateson discuss the importance of earnestness in communication. They express their concern about the rise of irony and inauthenticity in people's interactions. They argue that the current tonality of opinionated and prescriptive material often lacks an inquiry into the topics discussed, disregarding the necessary rigor of exploring different perspectives. They describe how the prevalent use of irony can add noise to communication and make it difficult to distinguish sincerity from sarcasm. They advocate for a return to earnestness in order to create an authentic and grounded way of communicating and connecting with others.
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