Psychology · 19 min
The Person You Mean To Be
By Dolly Chugh
This episode explores how our desire to be seen as "good" can create blind spots, arguing that embracing a "good-ish" mindset of continuous effort and learning is a more effective path to positive impact.
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Psychology
Duration
19 min
What it is about
Bias, self-awareness, ethical growth
Who it is for
If you've ever felt the discomfort of realizing your intentions don't always match your impact, this can help you navigate that gap with more honesty and courage.
The author
Dolly Chugh, a social psychologist and professor at NYU Stern, brings a rigorous, research-backed lens to the subtle ways our self-perception can hinder our ability to create a more just world.
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