Everything's Not Black & White
This show is about presenting different perspectives and points of view on topics trending in our communities and families today and understanding the experiences/backstories behind those perspectives. Most people come to a feeling or belief about something, based on past experiences or first-hand knowledge. This affirming and validating information-sharing makes it ever so important for others to respectfully ask curious questions and share opposing feelings/beliefs in a way that does not cause offense or creates further divisive harm to our human relationships.
Everything's Not Black & White
Multiple Truths Can Coexist
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Can multiple truths coexist in one conversation? In this episode of Everything’s Not Black & White, hosts Lachandra and Brian sit down with Dr. Hoai Julie Pham, a PhD historian and CEO of Curiosity Based. From her journey as a Vietnamese refugee to her work helping global organizations, Julie explains why replacing judgment with curiosity is the ultimate leadership skill.
We dive into the "shades of gray" within the Vietnam War, exploring the South Vietnamese perspective that history books often leave out. Julie also breaks down her "Rubber Band Rule" for respect—learning how to stretch for others without hitting your breaking point. Whether you’re navigating workplace conflict or personal growth, this conversation is a masterclass in staying human in a divisive world.
Key Highlights:
- The Rubber Band Rule: Understanding your personal limits for respect.
- Coexisting Truths: Why "Liberation Day" and "The Day We Lost Our Country" are both real.
- The Power of the Pause: Shifting from reacting to responding.
- Self-Awareness: Why leadership is always an "inside job."
