What Happens When We Throw Out Conventional Wisdom?
Offered By: The Aspen Institute via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore the implications of challenging conventional wisdom in this thought-provoking 1-hour 11-minute talk from The Aspen Institute. Examine how societal norms shape our self-perception, worldview, and others' perceptions of us. Delve into the reasons behind our reliance on conventional thinking amidst life's numerous demands and investigate the potential drawbacks of adhering to widely accepted beliefs that may lack genuine wisdom. Consider the transformative possibilities that arise when we dare to question and discard long-held assumptions.
Syllabus
What Happens When We Throw Out Conventional Wisdom?
Taught by
The Aspen Institute
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