Learning How to See with Brian McLaren
2: Going Against the Flow
Jul 9, 2021
In this podcast, they discuss biases that hinder perspective, such as community bias, complementarity bias, and contact bias. They also explore the importance of challenging societal norms and going against the flow, using examples from Rosa Parks and Jesus. The significance of community and solitude in maintaining a healthy perspective is also discussed, along with a surprising encounter at a playground. They conclude with a prayer for compassion, justice, truth, wisdom, humility, and glory.
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- Challenging the popular opinions and norms of our community can lead to punishment and resistance.
- Complementarity bias can inhibit our openness to different perspectives, but responding with love and kindness presents opportunities for growth and understanding.
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Importance of Going Against the Flow
Going against the flow of what our community thinks can lead to punishment and resistance, as seen in historical figures like Copernicus, Galileo, and Rosa Parks.
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