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Revising the stories we hold dear with Denise Hamilton
Feb 13, 2024
Denise Hamilton, inclusion strategist, discusses revising old stories, responding to backlash against diversity, and the importance of indivisibility. They explore being a truth seeker, valuing each person's worth, abandoning 'authentic', and embracing growth and revision of stories.
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- The importance of being a truth seeker and not just a keeper of the story, as exemplified by the altered tale of George Washington's Teeth.
- Responding to defensiveness with curiosity and assuming good intent in difficult conversations, by understanding the fact pattern and intent behind someone's beliefs before engaging in discussion.
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Importance of Being a Truth Seeker
Denise Hamilton, an inclusion strategist, emphasizes the importance of being a truth seeker. She shares the story of George Washington's Teeth and how it exemplifies the difference between keepers of the story and truth seekers. The story was altered, telling a counter narrative instead of sharing the truth. Denise highlights the challenges of navigating the DEI conversation and the resistance that comes with it.
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