Self-Righteousness in the media and in my social media feed seems to have become almost as prevalent as Covid-19, driving people even farther apart than the six feet needed for safe social distancing.  So, while the scientists are searching for a medical cure to stop the pandemic, I thought I’d take a stab at addressing the symptoms of this other sickness.

My first breakthrough:  like the stages of grief, self-righteousness seems to follow a familiar pattern. Here’s what I think the stages of self-righteousness are, and what we can do as leaders whenever we encounter someone exhibiting these symptoms.

Notes and Resources:

• Prefer to read?  Here’s the full post: 7 Stages of Self-Righteousness: Symptoms and Treatments
• The Ransperger Pivot is a useful way to discuss a topic with someone that begins by looking for points of agreement before attempting to change minds.
• For more on Benjamin Franklin’s attempts to become more humble, check out How to be Humble
  
  

Quotable:

“Cherish those who seek the truth but beware of those who find it.”  - Voltaire

“The weaker the argument, the quicker the shift to name-calling.” - Ken Downer

“If we all stopped talking with people we have argued with, it would be a lonely planet indeed. - Ken Downer

Related posts:

Leadership Tantrums – 15 Reasons to Keep Your Cool – on the harmful by-products of heated tempers and how to stay cool

The Best Revenge: What to Do When Someone Does Us Wrong

Rapid Deliberation: 7 Ways to Hit the Target While Under Stress

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