Democracy is clarity. As a student of human behavior, I believe it reflects the will of the people. The race is not over but the blame game has begun. I will not let the pundits scapegoat Black voters. I will not let you scapegoat Arab American voters. Not even the shift of Latino voters. Donald Trump was supported by White men, White women, non college educated and college educated. Suburban White women and rural White women by a majority. It’s clear that my neighbors, coworkers, and friends have no problem with a convicted felon, convicted rapist, racist, and misogynist leading their government. They share his values. People show you who they are.
Every single broadcast call of Francisco Lindor's playoff-clinching HR in the 9th inning today.
Includes Spanish calls, Braves broadcasts, and some live reactions on sports talk radio.
Emotionally immature people cannot tolerate differences within people. They push their own perspective and shame those who disagree. Part of maturing is understanding that (for many reasons) people won't always see things the way that you do.
Unlearning urgency culture in relationships means:
1. Not expecting a response from someone within a certain period of time.
2. Getting back to people when we feel we have the energy and capacity (having boundaries)
Each time a cognitive bias is confirmed, a neural pathway is solidified. The belief becomes stronger and stronger. Our behaviors are driven by our beliefs. We behave as if our thoughts are "truth," when they're actually quite subjective.