As David Brooks states in his article linked below, most disagreements are not about the subject purportedly at hand. They are over issues that make people feel their sense of self is disrespected and under threat. Skillfully discovering why someone feels disrespected goes a long way towards mutual understanding, as Patton Oswalt also found after responding to a disgruntled tweet. – Ameeta
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| “I have found that among its other benefits, giving liberates the soul of the giver.” – Maya Angelou |
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| Editor’s Note: As David Brooks states in his article linked below, most disagreements are not about the subject purportedly at hand. They are over issues that make people feel their sense of self is disrespected and under threat. Skillfully discovering why someone feels disrespected goes a long way towards mutual understanding, as Patton Oswalt also found after responding to a disgruntled tweet. – Ameeta |
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| Kindness In the News |
| An Alabama veteran’s twitter fued with comedian Patton Oswalt led to a surprise understanding between the two, with the comedian helping to generate much needed medical funds for the veteran. |
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| From Our Members |
| Even though these rural neighbors don’t particularly get along with one couple, they all came together to help and do chores for the disagreeable couple when the husband had major surgery. |
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| Creating Safety Bonds in Schools |
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A pilot program in New York City aims to change the vertical relationship between students and school officers. It’s replacing distrust with strong bonds and trust. |
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