

Why Smart People Become Defensive: The Neuroscience of Conflict
Most of us like to believe we are rational. We imagine that when someone disagrees with us, challenges our work, or gives us difficult feedback, we will listen carefully, weigh the evidence and respond thoughtfully. Yet anyone who has experienced a difficult conversation knows this is rarely what happens. Instead, our heart rate increases. Our stomach tightens. We feel the urge to defend ourselves, explain, justify, withdraw, or shut down entirely. The reason is surprisingly
Psychology360
Jun 244 min read
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