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Wikipedia Entry: doubt

Doubt is a mental state in which the mind remains suspended between two or more contradictory propositions, and is uncertain about them. Doubt on an emotional level is indecision between belief and disbelief. It may involve uncertainty, distrust or lack of conviction on certain facts, actions, motives, or decisions. Doubt can result in delaying or rejecting relevant action out of concern for mistakes or missed opportunities.

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The Fundamental Cause of Trouble in the World Bertrand Russell

The fundamental cause of trouble in the world today is that the stupid are cocksure while the intelligent are full of doubt. Credit: Bertrand Russell Source: Mortals and Others (1931-35)Posts where this quotation is embedded Building 20 at MIT Innovation Story: A humble wartime lab that sparked a legacy of innovation and collaboration Care ** We naturally … Continue reading The Fundamental Cause of Trouble in the World Bertrand Russell

If We Cannot Say “no” Then “yes” Has No Meaning Peter Block

Dissent is the cousin of diversity; the respect for a wide range of beliefs. This begins by allowing people the space to say “no.” If we cannot say “no” then “yes” has no meaning. Each needs the chance to express their doubts and reservations without having to justify them or move quickly into problem-solving. “No” … Continue reading If We Cannot Say “no” Then “yes” Has No Meaning Peter Block

Fools’ Certainty Bertrand Russell

The whole problem with the world is that fools and fanatics are always so certain of themselves, and wiser people so full of doubts. Credit: Bertrand Russell Comment: Conversational Leadership values the wisdom of doubt, using it to create space for learning, reflection, and collective insight. Posts: Bertrand RussellIs “useless Knowledge” Useless? Maybe not if … Continue reading Fools’ Certainty Bertrand Russell

Rule Omega Jordan Greenhall, Daniel Schmachtenberger, and Jamie Wheal (2019)

Rule Omega | Jordan Greenhall, Daniel Schmachtenberger, and Jamie Wheal Give people the benefit of the doubt: When having a conversation with someone to make sense of a situation or discuss new ideas and they say something that you consider stupid, don’t tell them it’s a stupid idea but ask them to expand on their … Continue reading Rule Omega Jordan Greenhall, Daniel Schmachtenberger, and Jamie Wheal (2019)

Don’t Discourage Dissent Fear, uncertainty and doubt are good things

Listen with the Intent to Understand Don’t Give Advice Close Pop-up all posts in this chapter What’s the Vibe? Please be patient as this may take up to a minute to load… Close Don’t Discourage Dissent: Many view conflict as bad and try suppressing it, but disagreement is healthy. It is an opportunity to have … Continue reading Don’t Discourage Dissent Fear, uncertainty and doubt are good things