‘Collective mind’ bridges societal divides − psychology research explores how watching the same thing can bring people together
Even in a moment of extreme partisanship, ‘we’ still exist if ‘we’ can witness something together. Researchers are exploring how shared attention can build connection.
Garriy Shteynberg, Associate Professor of Psychology, University of Tennessee •
conversation
Jan. 23, 2024 • ~8 min
Jan. 23, 2024 • ~8 min
The curious joy of being wrong – intellectual humility means being open to new information and willing to change your mind
Intellectual humility includes owning your own biases and the possibility that you’re wrong about your beliefs or worldview. It means being open to changing your mind in response to new information.
Daryl Van Tongeren, Associate Professor of Psychology, Hope College •
conversation
Dec. 26, 2023 • ~10 min
Dec. 26, 2023 • ~10 min
Being humble about what you know is just one part of what makes you a good thinker
Being open to the possibility you could be wrong about your beliefs is an important part of learning about the world. But this trait is not enough on its own.
Eranda Jayawickreme, Professor of Psychology & Senior Research Fellow, Program for Leadership and Character, Wake Forest University •
conversation
Oct. 25, 2023 • ~7 min
Oct. 25, 2023 • ~7 min
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