Encouragementology
Kendell Boysen
Seeing Both Sides: Expanding Your Perspective for Deeper Understanding
Seeing Both Sides: Expanding Your Perspective for Deeper Understanding
Seeing Both Sides: Expanding Your Perspective for Deeper Understanding
Tuesday 11th February 2025
Learn how to expand your perspective by seeing both sides of a story with Kendell Boysen's practical tips and engaging anecdotes.
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Episode Overview
- Being open-minded and empathetic helps you understand different perspectives.
- Reflective listening fosters respect and deeper connections.
- Challenging your assumptions strengthens your beliefs.
- Practical exercises can help you practice seeing both sides.
- Approaching conversations with curiosity leads to more productive discussions.
Understanding isn’t just about what we know, but also about what we’re willing to learn
Ever wondered what it really means to see both sides of a story? In this episode of Encouragementology, host Kendell Boysen takes you on a journey to expand your perspective. Have you ever been so sure of your stance only to find out later that you missed an entire side of the story? Kendell explores this common human experience and encourages you to step back and consider viewpoints beyond your own.
Imagine standing in a hallway lined with doors, each representing a different perspective. The more doors you open, the fuller your understanding becomes. Kendell discusses the importance of being open-minded, empathetic, and willing to consider other perspectives to foster deeper connections and make more informed decisions. She provides practical exercises to help you test your ability to see both sides, like writing down your perspective on a recent disagreement and then flipping the script to argue the other side.
Kendell also touches on the concept of reflective listening, where you listen to someone else's viewpoint without interrupting and summarize what they said to ensure you understood them correctly. This technique not only builds understanding but also fosters respect in conversations. Throughout the episode, Kendell shares personal anecdotes and broader insights, making the topic relatable and engaging.
She highlights that learning to explore different viewpoints isn't about giving up your own beliefs but about strengthening them by exposing them to new information. By practicing empathy and self-awareness, you can approach conversations with curiosity instead of defensiveness. So, why should you listen to this episode? Because it offers valuable tools to help you become more open-minded, empathetic, and better at understanding others. It's a must-listen for anyone looking to build stronger relationships and make more informed decisions.