
251 - Conversation with Brian from the LOTS project
Stoic Coffee Break
The Power of Questions: Self Inquiry and Pressure
Using questions can be a powerful way to introspect and understand oneself. The speaker shares a personal experience of how their dad used questions aggressively. They admit to being reactive when questioned due to this upbringing. However, they appreciate the value of questions as it puts pressure on the recipient, leading to self-reflection. Expressing opinions, on the other hand, releases pressure. While opinions are common, the unpressured mind tends to become lax and corrupt.
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