The Middle Way to Racial Equality: The Psychology of Polarization and a More Compassionate Path Forward
Matthew Goodman Matthew Goodman

The Middle Way to Racial Equality: The Psychology of Polarization and a More Compassionate Path Forward

America has, and continues to, make progress towards racial justice. Yet despite the outer changes we justifiably celebrate, how much have we actually changed people’s minds, and, more importantly, their hearts? Are we creating more unity beyond a superficial level? This article analyzes our current strategies through the lens of both science and Buddhism and argues for a “middle way,” or human-first, approach.

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Conspiracy, Truth, and the Emergence of a New Worldview
Matthew Goodman Matthew Goodman

Conspiracy, Truth, and the Emergence of a New Worldview

Conspiracy theories have been on the rise over the past several years. This has been particularly true in the context of COVID. Why is this happening? What function do they serve? What happens when we ignore or suppress them? What role do they play in initiating us into a new worldview and reality?

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