When I hear views that contradict mine, I tend to immediately react by putting my own ideas forward, and identifying flaws in the opposing views.
Sometimes I play devils advocate, generally amongst groups of friends who share my opinions, but want to enjoy the debate.
Very rarely, but sometimes, I will sit down and really try to think "in the mindset" of views which oppose my own. Work to the best of my ability to understand them, elaborate on them and see if they logically override my existing beliefs.
Because if you cannot challenge your beliefs with all your own intellect, in your own time, in quiet reasoning, how can you really have the courage of your convictions?
It seems like a philosophical question, yet I think it applies very strongly to the prejudices between genders. Walking a mile in the others shoes, beyond that, looking logically at why people hold different beliefs.
How often do you put your own Intellect at the Service of Opinions that Contradict your Beliefs?
2007-12-16
19:09:06
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