I just finished reading Steven Pinker’s book Enlightenment Now. It should be compulsory reading for everyone. It isn’t an easy read either so at times I found myself reading certain sections a couple of times to understand the complex concepts. It is a critical read because essentially it is about how we live in the best of times despite all of the negativity that is constantly bombarding us. As trainers and educators you have to cut through the negative crap and remind people that most aspects of our lives have improved and are getting better. You may not want to read the full on 450 page book full of graphs and charts but if you want the summary I have provided two videos below of Steven talking about his book. One is a presentation and the other an interview with Stephen Fry. You choose which one you prefer but do yourself a huge favour and at least watch one.
No mysticism here, just fact, reasoning and logic.
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