Discourse Magazine, January 30, 2023.
By Leah Kral
In an increasingly illiberal and polarized world, how do we draw out the best from one another without devolving into hurt feelings and unproductive efforts? Our egos and foibles often get in the way of critical thinking and truth-seeking. People with different backgrounds and experiences have different ideas of the best way to get things done. No one person has the best answer every time. We all know from experience that collaboration can be bumpy, if not downright infuriating, because of, well, people.
Whether in the workplace or in our personal lives, discoveries and insights are more likely to happen when we are open to the perspectives of others. Easy to say, hard to do. But these three charming and insightful books can help us to pursue truth while navigating an increasingly chaotic world. The advice they propose can yield big payoffs by sparking personal growth, collaborative learning, creativity and discovery.
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