Why it's worth listening to people you disagree with

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April 19, 2018 Today's TED Talk Why it's worth listening to people you disagree with 11:22 minutes · TED2018 We get stronger, not weaker, by engaging with ideas and people we disagree with, says Zachary R. Wood. In an important talk about finding common ground, Wood makes the case that we can build empathy and gain understanding by engaging tactfully and thoughtfully with controversial ideas and unfamiliar perspectives. "Tuning out opposing viewpoints doesn't make them go away," Wood says. "To achieve progress in the face of adversity, we need a genuine commitment to gaining a deeper understanding of humanity." Watch now »   Playlist of the Day Talks to support a healthy debate Let these talks help you come to an understanding -- if not an agreement -- in the face of diverging viewpoints. Watch » 7 talks · Total run time 1:18:19 FROM OUR PARTNERS   Download the TED app

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