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Fixing college campuses with political scientist Danielle Allen

Worklife with Adam Grant

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Ask What and How, Not Why

Shifting the focus from why questions to what and how questions can foster more productive and less defensive interactions. Why questions often trigger defensive reactions, while what and how questions engage individuals more constructively. This approach not only stimulates intellectual engagement but also taps into emotional, moral, and practical aspects of issues at hand, encouraging proactive participation in discussions and actions.

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