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I find that I am very good at stereotyping.

When I stereotype people who I disagree with, it's very easy to engage with them in a way which will induce them to reciprocally stereotype me.

In this mode, it's possible for us both to speak with each listener only hearing the words that reinforces their own stereotype.

I find this also happens in reverse when engaging people who I agree with, making me feel better about my preconceived notions but not really challenging my views.

My task has been to talk with more people who I disagree with and listen to them. If I can't convince them of my view, that's ok. If they can't convince me of their's, that's ok.

So far, this process has been more frustrating in the moment, especially at first, but has generally left me feeling better about humanity.