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#74 How to Have Impossible Conversations Part I - Book Summary
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In this episode, we're exploring Part 1 of "How to Have Impossible Conversations" by Peter Boghossian and James Lindsay. Here's what you'll learn:
🗣️ Navigating Tough Talks: Tips for handling difficult discussions in today's divided world.
📋 Seven Conversation Essentials: Goals, partnerships, rapport, listening, avoiding preaching, positive intentions, and knowing when to walk away.
🤝 Collaborative Conversations: Treating others as partners in understanding, not opponents to defeat.
👂 Modeling Behavior: Listening to be heard and providing direct answers.
📚 The "Unread Library Effect": Recognizing your knowledge limits to foster self-doubt and soften beliefs.
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Chapters:
Introduction-00:00:00
Author Introduction-00:00:41
Chapter 1 - When Conversations Seem Impossible-00:03:28
What is an impossible conversation-00:04:31
Why have impossible conversations-00:05:39
What Can Be Done-00:16:07
Chapter 2 - The Seven Fundamentals of Good Conversation-00:16:30
Goals-00:16:54
Partnerships-00:19:04
Rapport-00:25:51
Listen-00:29:32
Shoot the messenger-00:35:04
Intentions-00:44:49
Walk Away-00:51:07
Chapter 3 - Beginner Level: Nine Ways to Start Changing Minds-01:03:12
Modeling-01:03:38
Words-01:15:15
Ask Questions-01:19:08
Acknowledge Extremists-01:23:25
Navigating Social Media-01:31:03
Don't Blame, Do Discuss Contributions-01:33:04
Focus on Epistemology-01:38:31
Learn-01:43:04
What not to do (Reverse Applications)-01:47:24
Conclusion-01:47:53
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