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Normalize Not Having an Opinion
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Season 4, Episode 7 - Normalize Not Having an Opinion
In a culture that rewards instant opinions and hot takes, this episode explores the power of saying: “I don’t know enough about that to have an opinion.” We dive into the pressure clergy face to speak on every issue, and how embracing intellectual humility can offer peace, clarity, and a stronger spiritual witness.
We’ll explore:
- Why clergy feel pressure to know and comment on everything
- How intellectual humility protects your mental and spiritual well-being
- The benefits of curiosity over certainty
- When silence is a spiritual practice, not a cop-out
- How to set boundaries around your voice—especially online
- Practical scripts for when you're not ready to weigh in
- The role of compassion and prayer even when you don’t fully understand
Resources Mentioned:
- Think Again by Adam Grant
- Rest: Why You Get More Done When You Work Less by Alex Pang
- 2017 Duke University Study on Intellectual Humility (Krumrei-Mancuso, Leary, et al.)
- Barna Group Clergy Wellness Research
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