The School of Greatness 742 Ben Shapiro: Problem-Solving in Life and Business
Jan 7, 2019
Ben Shapiro, a bestselling author and the editor-in-chief of The Daily Wire, dives deep into personal responsibility and the importance of self-examination. He stresses the significance of focusing on root values over partisan debates. Shapiro shares insights on transforming a victim mindset into one of problem-solving and civic duty. He recounts his most influential lessons from family, his preparation methods for debates, and the value of owning past mistakes. Tune in for a provocative discussion on challenges, ethics, and the essence of human happiness.
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Separate Character From Claims
- Remove personal judgment to reach the root of arguments and clarify core positions.
- Assume others are not evil and probe their premises to find real disagreement.
Prepare Like An Athlete
- Treat debate like a game and study your opponent's tactics beforehand.
- Call out emotional misdirection early to neutralize a bad-faith strategy.
Own And Update Your Past
- Admit and publicly correct past mistakes; keep an updated list of things you've said you now reject.
- Repent and change when evidence or reflection shows you were wrong.
