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People who can’t handle criticism are unfit to lead. Weak leaders fear dissent as a threat to their power. They silence their critics to shield their egos. Strong leaders welcome dissent as an opportunity for growth. They silence their egos to learn from their critics.

submitted 49 days ago • 14 comments

Breaking free from gaslighting starts with recognizing it for what it is. By questioning contradictions and seeking multiple perspectives, you can rebuild trust in yourself and your instincts. Tools like the BITE Model can help you identify these tactics and take back control of your mind.

submitted 71 days ago • 1 comment

And while politicians are decimating our nation’s public health infrastructure, meanwhile: “The ongoing measles outbreak in West Texas has doubled in size to 48 cases, mostly in children and teens, making it the state’s worst in nearly 30 years… Thirteen people have been hospitalized.”

submitted 71 days ago • 3 comments

How to be a critical thinker: 1. Be 10% more skeptical of people you agree with—and 10% more charitable to those you disagree with 2. Find flaws in ideas you like—and strengths in views you dislike 3. Discount sources that peddle one narrative—and learn from those that explore competing ideas

submitted 77 days ago • 12 comments

On Being Wrong [Video; 24 min] www.youtube.com/watch?v=ua-e...

submitted 79 days ago • 27 comments

To our American friends who may now be struggling to find health information on US websites: Please check out the Public Health Agency of Canada's website for helpful resources, updated dashboards & practical health tips. 🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦 canada.ca/en/public-he...

submitted 85 days ago • 287 comments

Photo of two boys - one vaccinated against smallpox, the other not - published in 1901 by Dr. Allan Warner. Smallpox killed over half a billion people in the 20th century alone. On 8 May 1980, the WHO announced its eradication, which was achieved through #vaccines, surveillance, and containment.

submitted 84 days ago • 25 comments

Good advice! america2.news/what-to-do-w...

submitted 85 days ago • 3 comments

Do you wonder why you haven’t heard much about this massive TB outbreak recently? Cuz the CDC can’t hold any press conferences or issue public statements of any kind. abcnews.go.com/Health/kansa...

submitted 88 days ago • 577 comments

Cult leaders don’t take power by force they win it through charm, confidence, & emotional appeals. But behind the charisma is control, fear & manipulation designed to keep people loyal. Once you recognize the tactics, you can break free and protect yourself from falling into the trap.

submitted 87 days ago • 3 comments

Thanks to George Conway for posting Caroline Kennedy's letter so everyone is informed about RFK Jr. Please repost far and wide.

submitted 88 days ago • 398 comments

BOOM! Bishop Mariann Budde has responded to her critics who told her to apologize to Donald Trump. “I am not going to apologize for asking for mercy for others.” Smash that repost if you agree she owes Trump ZERO apologies!! 🦋

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