Having an open mind makes life much easier.

In today’s world, people are becoming increasingly open-minded and accepting of the LGBTQ+ community. Conversations about ...

The benefits of seeing the world in a new way Reviewed by Amy Morin, LCSW In everyday use, the term "open-minded" is often used as a synonym for being non-prejudiced or tolerant. From a psychological ...

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There are certain types of people who interpret the world in a direct and literal way. They have a practical attitude towards life, which often leads them to accept things as they are, instead of ...

Have you ever felt like you can’t speak your mind in class or a social setting because you are afraid your friends and classmates will misunderstand and get angry at you? I certainly have. As a ...

Each of us knows at least one person whom we would say has a closed mind. Bias, bigotry, misogyny, xenophobia, and homophobia are all examples of closed-mindedness. When one’s mind is made up, there ...

Out of the blue, someone is shockingly rude to you. You didn’t see it coming while shopping for groceries, asking a co-worker for directions, or waiting for the train—but someone angrily accuses you ...