The Surprising Ways Love Opens Our Minds
A new book argues that when we are in loving relationships with others, we’re better able to unlearn prejudice and other habitual thought patterns.
What Does It Mean to Be Reasonable?
In a new book, philosopher Krista Lawlor explores how being able to reliably see what matters can foster more productive dialogue.
How Fear of Separation is Reshaping Latino Families—and What Communities Can Do
Families and communities are building support systems to navigate the threat of immigration enforcement—and its effects on health, behavior, and…
How to Help Students Explore the Meanings of “Different”
Educators can set the stage for students to recognize differences, appreciate them, and not fear them or see them in a negative way.
Who Are You in Conflict?
A Q&A with Jazmin Pichardo and Beth Douthirt-Cohen about embodied ways to stay connected during painful conversations.
Four Steps for Inviting People to Discover Common Ground
Simon Greer offers four principles for everyday conversations that could help bridge our differences.
When Diversity Is Stressful, Focus on Building Trust
We talk with Claude M. Steele about his new book, Churn: The Tension That Divides Us and How to Overcome It.
What Are the Limits to Seeing the Best in Others?
Judging someone’s thoughts or actions should take into account how much agency they have and the good or bad they are doing.