The Truth Behind Protest Dynamics - Todd Kashdan

In this conversation, Todd Kashdan discusses the concept of 'soft eugenics' and how it manifests in various aspects of life, particularly in dating and social interactions. We explore the dynamics of social movements, the psychology behind protests, and the interactions between protesters and law enforcement.Download the full episode's transcript for free - https://throughconversations.kit.com/efa695ebf8Chapters00:00 Introduction to Soft Eugenics02:58 The Unconscious Nature of Dating Preferences05:50 Exploring the Big Five Personality Traits08:47 The Impact of Personality on Relationships12:09 Understanding Neuroticism and Emotional Management14:57 The Role of Emotions in Social Dynamics17:48 Guilt and Its Importance in Relationships29:07 The Art of Interbordination and Social Movements31:08 Challenging Outdated Norms and Authoritarian Regimes36:27 The Role of Protesters and Law Enforcement40:06 Navigating Tensions Between Protesters and Police45:23 Maintaining Moral Stamina in Activism49:31 Balancing Group Identity and Individual Thought55:50 Fostering Curiosity in ConversationsTodd's Substack - https://toddkashdan.substack.comGrab your copy of The Time is Now and start your journey toward living a more intentional and fulfilling life -⁠⁠ https://a.co/d/aDYCQ9oJoin this channel to get access to exclusive perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCl67XqJVdVtBqiCWahS776g/join// Connect With Me //ORDER MY BOOK, THE TIME IS NOW: A GUIDE TO HONOR YOUR TIME ON EARTH: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.timeisnowbook.comWebsite: ⁠⁠⁠https://throughconversations.com⁠⁠Substack - https://throughconversations.substack.comYouTube community -https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCl67XqJVdVtBqiCWahS776g/join// Social //X: ⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/ThruConvPodcast⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thruconvpodcast/?hl=en⁠⁠⁠YouTube: ⁠⁠https:⁠//www.youtube.com/channel/UCl67XqJVdVtBqiCWahS776g