Chapter
The Difference Between Optimism and Realism
51:38 - 59:25 (07:46)
The difference between optimism and realism lies in one's perception of agency and responsibility in success and failure. Engaging the world with humility and openness to the possibility of personal influence is a key aspect of wisdom.
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This podcast episode dissects the differences between wisdom and optimism, specifically how engaging with the world with humility and openness can lead to wisdom, while pessimism and the belief that good events are solely due to one's own actions can lead to unrealistic optimism.
51:38 - 55:03 (03:24)
Summary
This podcast episode dissects the differences between wisdom and optimism, specifically how engaging with the world with humility and openness can lead to wisdom, while pessimism and the belief that good events are solely due to one's own actions can lead to unrealistic optimism.
ChapterThe Difference Between Optimism and Realism
Episode#376 - Beau Lotto - The Neuroscience Of Awe, Distraction and Anxiety
PodcastModern Wisdom
The process of finding common ground during conflict management is not always possible and some people are willfully ignorant.
55:06 - 56:59 (01:52)
Summary
The process of finding common ground during conflict management is not always possible and some people are willfully ignorant. However, if they had access to the same data, they might change their views.
ChapterThe Difference Between Optimism and Realism
Episode#376 - Beau Lotto - The Neuroscience Of Awe, Distraction and Anxiety
PodcastModern Wisdom
Learn the importance of steeling the opposition's position when negotiating, and hear a chilling story of a kidnapping crisis in Vietnam as told by Derek Gaunt on this episode of The Art of Charm podcast.
57:00 - 59:25 (02:25)
Summary
Learn the importance of steeling the opposition's position when negotiating, and hear a chilling story of a kidnapping crisis in Vietnam as told by Derek Gaunt on this episode of The Art of Charm podcast.