{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"EP 261: How to Respectfully Disagree with Guest Expert Justin Jones-Fosu","description":"Are there times when people say things that you completely disagree with, but you don\u2019t know how to express your thoughts or feelings without ending up in an argument?  In a world that feels so divided, especially during an election year, it\u2019s more important than ever to learn how to navigate difficult conversations.  When handled respectfully, disagreements can become building blocks toward more compassion and a greater understanding of our shared humanity. Today on The Bridge to Fulfillment\u24c7, Blake welcomes Justin Jones-Fosu. He\u2019s the CEO of Work. Meaningful. as well as an international speaker, a social entrepreneur, and the critically acclaimed author of I Respectfully Disagree. His book challenges you to focus on building bridges to people rather than barriers from them. In this episode, you\u2019ll learn how to experience disagreements in a way that fosters personal growth and empathy by humanizing the process. You\u2019ll hear actionable ways to engage with people you may not agree with, and learn how to gracefully navigate opposing perspectives in a divided world.    What You\u2019ll Learn: How his mom inspired his life\u2019s mission (4:02) An actionable way to engage more openly and challenge your perspective (12:50)  What makes it so hard for people to learn from each other (17:02) Pillars for having respectful disagreement (23:38) How to cultivate your curiosity (35:52)   Favorite Quotes: \u201cWe can vehemently disagree with someone's ideology and yet still passionately pursue their humanity.\u201d \u2013Justin Jones-Fosu \u201cRecognize your own personal discomfort because that's usually why we aren't open at first. We think, \u2018Oh, I don't know anyone. I'm uncomfortable. I don't know what to say, I don't know what to do\u2019. And if we stay stuck in that, we miss the gift of all of the beauty of the things that we can learn.\u201d \u2013Blake \u201cWe encourage people in those moments of discomfort to remind themselves of areas where they used to be uncomfortable and that they've grown more comfortable with the discomfort. That's the power of moving forward.\u201d \u2013Justin Jones-Fosu \u201cEven when we are closed-minded, we should always be open-hearted.\u201d \u2013Justin Jones-Fosu \u201cWhen I gave myself compassion, I could show up more clearly and give others compassion.\u201d \u2013Blake Connect with Justin Jones-Fosu:  Book excerpt: https:\/\/howtorespectfullydisagree.com\/ LinkedIn: https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/iworkmeaningful\/  Book: https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Respectfully-Disagree-Difficult-Conversations-Divided\/dp\/152300651X   Additional Resources:  Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you\u2019re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take. Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com\/pcfp For programs and opportunities to work with Blake, go to www.BlakeSchofield.com ","author_name":"The Bridge to Fulfillment","author_url":"https:\/\/www.thebridgetofulfillment.com","html":"