How Minds Change
The Surprising Science of Belief, Opinion, and Persuasion
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How Minds Change
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David McRaney
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David McRaney
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"A riveting read on the art and science of persuasion . . . In a time when too many minds seem closed, this is a masterful analysis of what it takes to open them." —Adam Grant, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Think Again and host of the podcast WorkLife
PORCHLIGHT BOOK AWARD WINNER
What made a prominent conspiracy-theorist YouTuber finally see that 9/11 was not a hoax? Can you finally have a productive conversation about politics with your uncle at the next family gathering? How does an ordinary person find the courage to leave a cult? Can widespread social change only take place when a generation dies out?
Inspired by curiosity and underpinned by diligent research, How Minds Change is an expansive, big-hearted journalistic narrative for our divided times, told with David McRaney’s trademark humor, compassion, and scientific inquiry. In engaging chapters built around eye-opening interviews and anecdotes—featuring psychologists and neuroscientists, and also former cult members, conspiracy theorists, and political activists—McRaney shows why illusions like The Dress captivate (and break) the internet; how conversational techniques can crack hardened attitudes; and what miracles are possible when we show up with open minds and a better understanding of how the human brain works.
Reaching surprising and thought-provoking conclusions, How Minds Change demonstrates that the ability to uncover our own motives and beliefs—and understand those of others—may be the greatest persuasive tool of all.
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Excellent and begets discernment
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great book.
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The author, who also does a fabulous job at narrating, takes us on a compelling journey through experiences, perspectives, motivations, assumptions and more as he discusses beliefs we hold and some of the circumstances that might influence a person to change or more fully commit to their beliefs.
He models and encourages empathy, compassion and respect for folks whose beliefs differ from our own. I'd love for everyone to read this book. I think we can all take something away to elevate our discussions with other people, and to improve the examination of our own beliefs and how they impact our perspectives and relationships.
Timely and timeless food for thought
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My biggest reservation is his decision to glom sexuality and gender identities into a "community". This is the accepted narrative of the day. I would argue a biologically innate same-sex attraction, which can be objectively proven, is fundamentally distinct from an ill-defined, exceedingly in flux, gender identity. I know many lesbians who will never allow society to impose the idea of a "girl dick" into their lives.
Expanded my understanding of how we got so Tribal
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Sincere thank you to the author for this work.
Highly recommend
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