Whatsjust presents Critical Conversations
Dr. Abbie Henson dives into critical conversations with those who have been directly impacted by the criminal justice system- whether through lived experience, research, or both. These conversations get into the weeds on complex justice-related issues and encourage listeners to think critically, challenge existing narratives, and cultivate change through dialogue.
Guided by the belief that systemic change stems from individual change and individual change stems from exposure to new ideas and a heightened awareness of self and others, the purpose of this podcast is to ultimately inspire transformation in both the listeners and, ultimately, the criminal legal system.
Whatsjust presents Critical Conversations
Step Three: Cultivating Curiosity with Dr. Todd Kashdan
This episode is step three in the 10-Step Toolkit to Having Critical Conversations and features Dr. Todd B. Kashdan, a Professor of Psychology at George Mason University, and a leading authority on well-being, curiosity, courage, and resilience. He has published over 200 scientific articles, his work has been cited over 35,000 times, and he received the American Psychological Association's Award for Distinguished Scientific Early Career Contributions to Psychology. His books The Art of Insubordination, Curious? and The Upside of Your Dark Side have been translated into over 15 languages. His writing has appeared in the Harvard Business Review, National Geographic, and other publications, and his research is featured regularly in media outlets such as The New York Times, The Atlantic, Fast Company, and Time Magazine.
In this episode, we:
- define curiosity
- identify ways to become more "psychologically flexible"
- discuss why curiosity is key to conversation
- provide tangible tools to cultivate curiosity
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Timestamps:
(00:00) Intro
(02:39) The Journey from Panic Attacks to Curiosity
(08:35) Curiosity as a Tool for Personal Growth
(12:22) Cultivating Curiosity: Strategies and Insights
(17:13) Curiosity in Relationships and Social Dynamics
(24:27) Curiosity as a Lifelong Learning Skill
(29:22) Innovative Decision-Making Processes
(30:09) Exploring Psychological Flexibility
(35:54) The Power of Self-Distancing
(40:20) Curiosity as a Tool for Critical Conversations
(51:47) The Role of Curiosity in Understanding and Inclusion
(55:07) Three Captivating Things