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Living Positions starts from the observation that I only experience myself in relationship, never as a fixed self moving through the world. It offers a small vocabulary (position, orientation, role, story, field, moral order) for noticing how I take up a stance with someone, how... Open Question Nov 4: Now what? What are good political conversations to have with people who voted another way?
Most post-election talk is about who won, who’s to blame, what terrible thing is likely to happen next. Let's try to do it differently: what are the good conversations to have now, with the people in your life who voted differently? Then let's try to have them.... - Cestjeffici...
Jordan, what is your basis for agreeing with me?
- onHow do we construct a personal ethical framework that honors empathy, fairness, individual autonomy, and accountability without allowing one principle to consume the others?byFlorence...
Yes I agree. Also it strikes me that what may be fair and ethical to one person may not be for the other! And any attempt at absolutely defining those attributes may create the very thing the framework was designed to avoid. Perhaps we need to reframe the question.... - Tlorz2...
When you meet someone new, how much of the real you do you share up front, and how much do you hold back until trust is earned?
I’m too transparent. If we sit for an hour you will know me.
- onHow can we step outside the biases that distort our judgments of human development and history, especially if our neurological and transcendental structures themselves constrain what can appear to us as reality?bycerulean...
We should be more receptive to other’s opinions, problems and culture. Be more open minded. Participate in discussions with other people to hear their outlooks and social norms. Educate yourself by reading about different culture’s and beliefs.... - onI’m passionate about the power of storytelling—whether through music, writing, visual art, or conversation—to inspire change and bring people together. Much of my work focuses on women’s empowerment, resilience, social justice, and finding hope in difficult circumstances.byPhoenyx...
Hi Natalie, I’m Melinda. Nice to “meet” (encounter?) you. I’m a huge music lover and would really be interested in listening to yours. You asked, “How do we create meaningful human connection in a world that feels increasingly divided and distracted?” I think willingness to be... - Heather...
When you meet someone new, how much of the real you do you share up front, and how much do you hold back until trust is earned?
It depends on the person. I like to assess personality traits, intelligence level, moral character, and the ability to see things from another perspective. Once I sum everything up I decide how much, and what I want to share.... - onHello.. I'm not sure I did all the footwork to look fully into what this is lol But, I am a person who loves meaningful conversation with people who think deeply, craves athenticity and loves to talk about any topic at hand. Loves learning from everything I come in contact with and am tired of generalized BS surface conversations and the tidal wave of misinformation, mindless memes that speak to someone's discontent in one moment that keep the ball of shit going down hill, the distractions and the avoidance of thinking. ... Happy to be here🙌❤️by
I am a person who loves meaningful conversation with people who think deeply, craves athenticity and loves to talk about any topic at hand This describes me as well - i think you're in good company :) welcome and glad you're... Hello. I am a nursing assistant, and medical Tech. I work between 5 and 6 12 hour nightshifts per week. I enjoy music and play it every day. I enjoy conversations where Polar opinions are discussed respectfully without getting heated.... Read the full post- onI am someone who believes that understanding the truth is worth the effort, even when it is uncomfortable. I have never been satisfied with accepting things simply because they are popular or because someone in authority says they are true. I ask questions, I look for evidence, and I try to understand what is really happening beneath the surface. I would rather spend time researching an issue than repeat someone else's opinion.bySassiebrat67...
You sound like someone people respect. Whether they like you or not. Actually, it felt like You were describing me! Lol. I dont even know how to hint at anything and when folks drop hints I never realize they are. I'd love to chat .Welcome aboard.... Read the full post - aquamoon...
I love the questions and the quest. My findings on social media are different than in "person to person" interactions I experiece. Online immediate defensive judgement or attack mode for any controversial subject.... - Farfromfixed...
My name is Amber, I don't know what to say really I have a hard time declaring that I am this or that or what my likes or dislikes are to me everything is kinda situational.... - IamSpartacus...
Wisdom is being able to examine all possibilities open mindedly, then using discernment... Wisdom is achieved through this... On a comforting note, even if they disagreed they may still have listened...... Should Psychology Today's 'Think steel, not snowflakes' advice replace trauma-informed clinical care?
Absolutely don't be offended by everything that happens other wise you become to offence. You take it on the chin and reply in kind, you know who they could be bc you already know who you are. Be mature.... - Standup55...
Sometimes Ive researched something,. Before someone sends me something. If its untrue and i tell them wuat I found I gauge their reaction. Tells me more about that person
Oh interesting! What ulterior motives do you think he may have been projecting on me?
Large Scale societal cooperation begins with small scale relational skills. If we can't talk honestly with our partners, children or neighbors it becomes unrealistic to expect productive dialogue at political/insituional levels.... Science Says: Have Deeper Conversations
Hi again UpTrust! I'm Sara Ness, Resident Research Nerd (aka Research Director) at the social health nonprofit SeekHealing, CEO of Authentic Revolution, and co-founder of the OG Austin Authentic Relating and Circling communities....