Minimizing Motivated Reasoning

Get into the other person’s shoes and figure out why their point of view is so important for them.

Conflict is almost inevitable in an argument due to both the parties ‘doubling down’ on their confirmation bias. Instead of going the way of souring your relations, a better approach is to ha...

This habit is about listening to others with empathy and understanding before trying to communicate your own point of view.

It's about putting yourself in someone else's shoes and trying to see things from their perspective. When you seek first to understand, you're more li...

• Ask for clarification when in doubt.
• Be clear in your communication.
• Avoid misunderstandings by being open and honest.
• Be open to hearing the other person's point of view.
• Avoid mind reading and projecting your own thoughts and feelings onto others.
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