Civic Renaissance with Alexandra Hudson $7 / month

Civic Renaissance with Alexandra Hudson focuses on enriching public discourse by exploring themes of civility, human dignity, storytelling's impact, and lifelong learning. It emphasizes overcoming divisions through understanding, the transformative power of narratives, and encouraging active participation in democracy through civil disobedience and peacemaking.

Civility and Human Dignity Storytelling and Its Effects Civil Disobedience and Democracy The Role of Lifelong Learning Understanding the Human Condition The Power of Positive Framing Peacemaking and Reconciliation

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"Unbundling" experiences

432 implied HN points • 29 Jan 24
🎭️ Culture Self-Improvement Society Psychology Ethics Personal Stories
  1. Our experiences and those of others may not always represent the whole picture, so it's important to avoid generalizations.
  2. Unbundling experiences can help us avoid negative assumptions about the world and others based on limited encounters.
  3. Choosing stories of exoneration over condemnation can empower us to see the dignity in others despite their mistakes.
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Ideas incarnate

235 implied HN points • 23 Mar 23
🎭️ Culture Books Self-help Art Philosophy Podcasts
  1. Author holds book for the first time after a decade of work, joyous moment.
  2. Book cover symbolism includes olive branch for peace and renewal.
  3. Offering audio excerpt and chance to receive a free advance review copy of the book.

The Life Changing Power of Storytelling

157 implied HN points • 08 Feb 23
  1. Stories help us understand our identity and place in the world.
  2. Great stories teach us about being human and living a meaningful life.
  3. The power of storytelling can be explored through a diverse range of speakers and perspectives.