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How to Disagree Better

byJulia Minson

Behavioral scientist Julia Minson explains why people often fail to persuade precisely when they are most determined to win. Drawing on experimental research, she shows how signals of receptiveness—acknowledging another view, finding shared ground, asking genuine questions, and expressing uncertainty—can reduce defensiveness without requiring agreement. The book examines disagreements at work, in families, online, and across political divides, translating evidence into language readers can practice. Minson reframes productive conflict as a learnable skill, helping people communicate conviction while preserving curiosity, relationships, and the possibility that either side may discover something new.

Publisher

Avery

Publication date

2026-03-24

Format

Hardcover

Pages

304

ISBN

9780593855003