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To continue and wrap up the discussion of the previous episode, Nikhil and Jordan discuss when it’s okay to point out the flaws in our friends’ judgments, and what kind of relationships allow for that type of communication. We also touch upon the silent agreements we have in friendship and balancing our natural inclinations with our goals.

In this episode of the podcast, Jordan and Nikhil dive into why our biology causes us to self-sabotage when making goals for ourselves. We also touch upon methods to remain accountable to one’s goals. We also discuss how we self-preserve by choosing to not recognize flaws in ourselves, and when it’s okay to do so. 

To continue the discussion of the previous episode, Nikhil and Jordan discuss methods for developing the moral compass of children from a young age and methods that have been used historically to achieve this. We also touch upon ways to build connections between an individuals actions (ex. recycling) and their effect on the world.

To continue the discussion of the previous episode, Nikhil and Jordan discuss the ethics of using financial incentives to create net positive effects on society. We also outline and upon the two incentive mechanisms, internal and external, and how they can be used to create positive action.

To continue the discussion of the previous episode, Nikhil and Jordan discuss possible reasons why we lean toward indifference by default when faced with world issues. We also touch upon how the shift away from tribalism could have played a significant part in that shift in mindset.

In this episode of the podcast, Jordan and Nikhil talk about why we sometimes struggle to see people in authority (ie. our parents) as people and how that changes in the transition to adulthood. We also explore how we constantly trust that others will make the right decisions for us and if that’s the best way for things to be done.