Book Discussion: The Coddling of the American Mind: How Good Intentions and Bad Ideas Are Setting Up a Generation for Failure
Our meetup is a safe space for exploring challenging topics. We value diverse perspectives and aim to learn from one another, not to prove who’s right. By sharing insights, we can uncover a deeper understanding together.
What We’re Talking About
Let's discuss the book "The Coddling of the American Mind" by Greg Lukianoff and Jonathan Haidt.
The book explores three "great untruths" that have become prominent in education: "What doesn’t kill you makes you weaker", "always trust your feelings", and "life is a battle between good people and evil people".
Published in 2018, it's still available from the library, and it's had enough time for criticisms to establish. The paperback version is under 300 pages, audiobook version is around 10 hours.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Coddling_of_the_American_Mind
An Afterword and further information is at: https://www.thecoddling.com
Why This Matters
Our society is a mixture of different ideas, backgrounds and beliefs. Different perspectives can give rise to conflict. Exploring ideas on the cause of conflict, and how we approach it, can help us better understand each other.
Let’s discuss these questions and more through personal stories and thoughtful exploration. Join us for a slower-paced, engaging discussion in a small group setting. You may not leave with all the answers, but you will walk away with new perspectives and ideas.
Where and When
We’ll meet in the TV Room below the baristas (we'll post how to find us when we get there). Street parking is available on Steele. Come early to connect with new and old friends—we’ll begin the discussion promptly at 5:30 PM.
