Writing has always been a way for me to process ideas, share perspectives, and connect with others. But let’s be real: writing well — with clarity, flow, and just the right tone — takes time,…
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The Paradox of the Upside-Down World
One of the defining failures of our time is our inability to compartmentalize facts, events, and ideas once intense emotion takes hold. When identity and worldview fuse with fear, anger, or moral certainty, nuance becomes…
The Science of Disagreement: Understanding Conflict and Finding Clarity
Table Of Contents Abstract Disagreement is at the core of human discourse; political debates, personal relationships, and even scientific progress. Yet, for many of us, disagreement feels uncomfortable, threatening, or even dangerous. Why is that?…
What is Truth?
Image generated using DALL·E 3. Prompt: a man surfing a wave, reaching out to grab a light. A letter to our polarizing figures and leaders. I don't pretend to have authority over truth; in fact no...
The Art of Listening
Audio Version http://bijan.me/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/the-art-of-listening.mp3 Text Version I was at a party, listening to a group of people. They were all talking at the same time and over each other. I decided to opt-out of the conversation...