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The Happiness Lab with Dr. Laurie Santos - How to Be a Better Ally

06/29/20 • 37 min

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You might detest bigotry and injustice, but have you done anything to address these problems? There are many reasons we stay silent and inactive when we know we should intervene to defend the rights of others. We look at the psychology underpinning our reluctance to act and the ways in which we can match our moral beliefs with concrete actions.

Featuring James Barr and Dan Hudson, co-hosts of the podcast 'A Gay and a Non-Gay'.

WARNING: This episode talks frankly about discrimination, hate crimes and sex.

For an even deeper dive into the research we talk about in the show visit happinesslab.fm

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06/29/20 • 37 min

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The Happiness Lab with Dr. Laurie Santos - How to Be a Better Ally

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Pushkin. This episode is the last in our current season. It's also been a difficult one to make. Like all our shows, it tries to strike a cautiously hopeful tone because I do believe that each and every one of us can make positive changes that will make our lives happier. But this episode isn't just about how to be happy in your own life. It's about the need to fight injustice and the structure is around us that prevent whole groups of people fro

How to Be a Better Ally Top Questions Answered

How can discomfort and facing hard truths contribute to being an effective ally?

Discomfort and facing hard truths are necessary for becoming an effective ally as they require challenging one's own biases, actively seeking understanding, and taking actions that may be socially uncomfortable but morally right.

How can discomfort and facing hard truths contribute to being an effective ally?

Discomfort and facing hard truths are necessary for becoming an effective ally as they require challenging one's own biases, actively seeking understanding, and taking actions that may be socially uncomfortable but morally right.

How can discomfort and facing hard truths contribute to being an effective ally?

Discomfort and facing hard truths are necessary for becoming an effective ally as they require challenging one's own biases, actively seeking understanding, and taking actions that may be socially uncomfortable but morally right.

How can discomfort and facing hard truths contribute to being an effective ally?

Discomfort and facing hard truths are necessary for becoming an effective ally as they require challenging one's own biases, actively seeking understanding, and taking actions that may be socially uncomfortable but morally right.

How can discomfort and facing hard truths contribute to being an effective ally?

Discomfort and facing hard truths are necessary for becoming an effective ally as they require challenging one's own biases, actively seeking understanding, and taking actions that may be socially uncomfortable but morally right.

How can discomfort and facing hard truths contribute to being an effective ally?

Discomfort and facing hard truths are necessary for becoming an effective ally as they require challenging one's own biases, actively seeking understanding, and taking actions that may be socially uncomfortable but morally right.

How can discomfort and facing hard truths contribute to being an effective ally?

Discomfort and facing hard truths are necessary for becoming an effective ally as they require challenging one's own biases, actively seeking understanding, and taking actions that may be socially uncomfortable but morally right.

How can discomfort and facing hard truths contribute to being an effective ally?

Discomfort and facing hard truths are necessary for becoming an effective ally as they require challenging one's own biases, actively seeking understanding, and taking actions that may be socially uncomfortable but morally right.

How can discomfort and facing hard truths contribute to being an effective ally?

Discomfort and facing hard truths are necessary for becoming an effective ally as they require challenging one's own biases, actively seeking understanding, and taking actions that may be socially uncomfortable but morally right.

How can discomfort and facing hard truths contribute to being an effective ally?

Discomfort and facing hard truths are necessary for becoming an effective ally as they require challenging one's own biases, actively seeking understanding, and taking actions that may be socially uncomfortable but morally right.

What is the meaning of being a "builder" or an anti-racist?

Being a "builder" or an anti-racist refers to actively challenging internalized biases, educating oneself, and working towards justice and equality. It involves actively countering bigotry and violence, advocating for marginalized communities, and taking collective action to dismantle systemic oppression.

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