No Stupid Questions 69. How Can You Convince Someone They’re Wrong?
Oct 3, 2021
Dive into the art of persuasion while navigating the tricky waters of rejection. Discover the nuances of effective communication, emphasizing the need for humility and rapport. Explore the complexities of vaccine hesitancy and the psychological barriers that come with it. Unpack the emotional impacts of rejection sensitivity and learn how mindset shapes our responses. With personal anecdotes and research insights, this discussion offers practical strategies for handling rejection and fostering open dialogues on contentious topics.
AI Snips
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
Convincing Others
- To convince someone they're wrong, first acknowledge their perspective and validate any truth in it.
- Then gently reveal the side on which their view is flawed, allowing them to save face.
Creating Receptiveness
- Make the other person feel heard and understood before engaging in debate.
- Dale Carnegie suggests letting your opponent fully explain their view, creating a more receptive environment.
Illusion of Explanatory Depth
- There's often a gap between what we think we know and what we actually know, termed the "illusion of explanatory depth."
- Asking someone to explain a seemingly simple concept (like how a zipper works) can expose this gap and foster intellectual humility.