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Published Dec 7, 2024

Why Are We More Divided Than Ever? - Michael Morris

Explore the deep-seated psychological instincts and cultural dynamics that fuel modern tribalism with Cultural Psychology Professor Michael Morris, as he delves into how these elements shape identity, drive political polarization, and influence societal division and unity.

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- Can emotions be managed effectively?
  Asked by 63 people
- Tell me more about cognitive bias
  Asked by 36 people
- How can we address societal division?
  Asked by 28 people
- Why are political views polarized, as discussed in episode #227: Embracing Truth — Solo Episode and the clip Embracing Discourse?
  Asked by 27 people
- Can culture drive political change?
  Asked by 22 people
- How does politics become polarizing in the context of the episode #408: Can We Have Different Beliefs and Still Be Friends? with William Reusch and the clip Political Polarization Insights?
  Asked by 21 people
- What is the key to feeling connected in the episode #295: The Alchemy of Initiation with Francis Weller and the clip Finding Belonging?
  Asked by 21 people
- How does company culture change?
  Asked by 19 people
- Why is American politics unstable?
  Asked by 18 people
- How can our culture adapt to changing circumstances?
  Asked by 18 people
- Why are political views polarized in the episode #401: The Shadow Side of "Goodness" | Part 2 and the clip Divided by Ideology?
  Asked by 17 people
- Is there a shift in American ideology?
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- How can words harm others in the context of the episode #217: The Psychology of Victim Mentality & Cancel Culture with Cory Clark and the clip Words vs. Violence?
  Asked by 16 people
- How has social media changed politics in relation to the episode #420: Loving Beyond Beliefs: Protecting Your Perspective Without Losing Connection and the clip Political Echo Chambers?
  Asked by 15 people
- Why is there political polarization?
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