Why humility?
In the inaugural episode of the Empowering Humility podcast, we sit down with founder Giancarlo Newsome to explore the transformative concept of humility and its significance in navigating today's societal challenges.
Through personal stories and thoughtful insights, Giancarlo shares how humility can foster better relationships and mental well-being.
Key Highlights:
- The foundational role of humility in creating a prosperous society.
- Discussions on how modern technology, particularly social media, exacerbates issues of pride, bias, fear, and aggression.
- Personal narratives that highlight the impact of humility on personal and professional life.
- Exploration of humility's benefits in improving mental health, reducing stress, and fostering leadership skills.
- Introduction of technology developed by Empowering Humility aimed at detecting biases and promoting mental well-being.
Quotes:
- "Most of our pain is tied to some form of broken relationship that could have been prevented with shared humility." – Giancarlo Newsome
- "It's not about thinking less of ourselves, but thinking of ourselves less." – Giancarlo Newsome quoting C.S. Lewis
- "Humility is mentally, physically, spiritually, a healthy virtue to cultivate." – Giancarlo Newsome