The Kindness Matters Podcast
From 'Me' to 'We': Transforming Conversations and Building Bridges with Bill Groner
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January 02, 2025 12:00am
36m
Curious about how a shift from a "me" to a "we" perspective can change everything? Join us as we welcome Bill Groner, a distinguished former trial lawyer who represented Ground Zero responders (make sure to check out his book, 9/12: The Epic Battle of the Ground Zero Responders, available on Amazon) who brings his wisdom from the courtroom to the classroom. With insights from applied positive psychology, Bill reveals how empathy and selflessness can foster societal harmony, and how these principles are being taught to first-year college students. His unique perspective is bound to inspire anyone looking for ways to create more understanding and less conflict in their interactions.
Ever wonder how to make conversations productive, even when discussing heated topics like politics? We explore how genuine curiosity, conveyed through open-ended questions, can bridge divides and foster mutual respect. It's about listening to understand, not just to respond. This episode uncovers the art of connecting with those who hold different views by truly hearing them out and setting aside judgments, paving the way for unexpected friendships and newfound common ground.
Ready to refine your dialogue skills? Discover practical techniques like the LAP-P method—Listen, Acknowledge, Pivot, and Perspective—that enhance communication across ideological lines. We highlight workshops and exercises designed to transform young adults into skilled communicators who make others feel valued. Plus, learn how Braver Angels is working to mend societal divides with structured dialogue. Tune in to learn how kindness and understanding can be powerful tools in our complex world.
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It's one thing to highlight the kindness that we see in the world, but it's another to, as I put in many of my social media posts, #bethechange. I am donating all of my royalties from the sale of my book, Change A World; In Order to Change The World to local and national non-profits. Your help would be greatly appreciated. Thank you!
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