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Facing the Fracture, with professor of counseling psychology Tania Israel, Ph.D.
- 2024/11/05
- 再生時間： 39 分
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あらすじ・解説
How community builders can respond to political polarization
In this episode of Storylinking, counseling psychology professor and author Dr. Tania Israel shares her journey of bringing people together across deep political divides. Dr. Israel discusses growing challenges of political polarization and introduces practical, research-based strategies for fostering understanding and connection in divided communities. She explores how reducing polarizing input, recognizing cognitive biases, and using storytelling can help bridge divides and support a healthier democracy.
Key takeaways include practical advice on building empathy, engaging in bridging conversations, and strengthening social cohesion within our communities.
Check out our guest, Tania Israel, Ph.D.:
- Facing the Fracture (Book)
- https://taniaisrael.com/
- @taniaisraelphd on Instagram, X, and Threads
- On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tania-israel/
Check out more from Storylinking:
- storylinking.com
Key moments from this episode:
00:28 Challenges of Political Polarization 00:52 Guest Introduction: Dr. Tanya Israel 01:25 Dr. Israel's Journey and Early Work 02:42 Creating Resources to Bridge Divides 04:41 Understanding Polarization and Cognitive Biases 05:35 Strategies for Reducing Polarization 12:34 The Role of Stories in Bridging Divides 14:32 Engaging Across Divides: Practical Tips 19:14 The Bridging Movement and Organizations 26:32 Starting Conversations and Building Connections 31:22 Optimism and Moving Forward 36:22 Conclusion and Final Thoughts