Challenging Certainty
Discover why people become defensive when confronted with the idea that their certainty may not be as high as they claim, as Russ and Ariel delve into the fascinating dynamics of human behavior in this thought-provoking episode.In this clip
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What should you take from being told you can be defensive when you don't think you are?
What does it mean when you realize you may have been making a mistake or taking criticism in a negative or defensive way on a project, as discussed in episode 225: Kim Scott | Care Personally, Challenge Directly with Radical Candor, and the clip Mastery vs. Adaptability? I'm also frustrated about how I acted—responsive and thankful but also annoyed. Kaitlyn suggested I do something differently, but overall, I have a weird relationship with one manager at work. I'm going to change how I've been acting. I'm just an intern, but it's not obvious; everyone else loves me, and I love them. It's just this one person, and I need to change my attitude. Will this change help her loosen her resistance too?
What does it mean when you realize you may have been making a mistake or taking criticism in a negative or defensive way on a project, as discussed in the episode Using Radical Candor to Strengthen Relationships at Work and Home with Kim Scott and the clip Radical Candor Approach? Additionally, how can I change my attitude towards a manager at work with whom I have a weird connection, especially if she rarely gives me the space to explain and often interrupts me during presentations? While her approach is useful in some ways, it's also frustrating. I'm proud that I recognize I need to adjust to her behavior. Will this change help her loosen her resistance too?