Become an intellectual explorer: Master the art of conversation | Emily Chamlee-Wright | Big Think

Become an intellectual explorer: Master the art of conversation Watch the newest video from Big Think: Join Big Think for exclusive videos: ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- What is a great conversation? They are the ones that leave us feeling smarter or more curious, with a sense that we have discovered something, understood something about another person, or have been challenged. There are 3 design principles that lead to great conversations: humility, critical thinking, and sympathetic listening. Critical thinking is the celebrated cornerstone of liberalism, but next time you're in a challenging and rewarding conversation, try to engage sympathetic listening too. Understanding why another intelligent person holds ideas that are at odds with your own is often more enlightening than merely hunting for logic errors. ---------------------------------------------------------