#108 Summary: Understanding Our Labels, i.e."Woke/Anti-Woke

In this episode, Gregg, Dave, and Ron examine the use of "labels" in our lives. Labels give us a short-cut. Even help us judge others quickly. But can we dig a little deeper? Our Wisdom Model opens us to curiosity, even maturity. Join us on the journey.

 Additional References

Core Wisdom Formula: Experience + Knowledge + Maturity = Wisdom (+)

The formula highlights the interdependence of three key components in developing wisdom:

1. Experience: Encompasses personal interactions, emotions, and perceptions, forming the subjective lens through which the world is understood.
2. Knowledge: Refers to acquired information or awareness, gained through education or experience.
3. Maturity: Demonstrated in one’s ability to respond thoughtfully and deliberately to life’s challenges, beyond mere age.

Wisdom results when these elements merge, and Wisdom+ represents the ability to apply them, leading to wise action with tangible benefit

Seven Spectrums of Woke

 he Seven Spectrums of Woke describe a range of beliefs and attitudes toward the concept of "woke," highlighting how perspectives vary significantly across the political and social landscape. From enthusiastic support for systemic social justice (Far Left) to viewing "woke" as a threat to traditional values and freedoms (Far Right), this spectrum provides clarity on the nuances and diversity of opinions surrounding the term. Understanding that there is a spectrum helps us appreciate the complexity of cultural debates and recognize where individuals might find themselves positioned within the broader dialogue about social awareness, inclusion, and cultural change.

 1.     Far Left

a.    Sees woke as essentially for social justice and a systemic change.

2.    Progressive Left

a.    Views woke as raising awareness about any inequalities, discrimination and human rights.

3.    Moderate Left 

a.    Supports many woke ideas but believe some policies may go too far. 

4.    Center

a.    Recognizes both the benefit and excessive of woke culture favours balance.

5.    Moderate Right

a.    Believes woke can be excessive, harming free speech and traditional values.

6.    Conservative Right 

a.    Strongly opposes woke seeing it as politically correct taken too far.

7.    Far Right 

a.    Views woke as a dangerous ideology the threatens western culture and freedoms.

 

Four Maturity Capabilities: Maturity is developed through four capabilities:
  - Objective self-analysis: Extending time between stimulus and response to evaluate beliefs and emotions.

  - Understanding & integrating multiple perspectives: Acknowledging ambiguity and others’ worldviews.

- Empathetic reasoning: Considering others’ welfare while maintaining personal balance

 Thinking and acting autonomously and authentically : Aligning behavior with values, acting autonomously and with integrity.

 SCARF Model (Dr. David Rock): This model identifies five social domains—status, certainty, autonomy, relatedness, and fairness—that influence human behavior by triggering reward or threat responses. These social elements explain much of modern society’s polarization, lack of civility, and increasing tribalism. People often seek to avoid threats and approach rewards, creating division when these domains are challenged.

This wisdom framework seeks to answer critical questions about contemporary social dynamics, such as the rise of populism, polarization, and the erosion of pluralism. By understanding the foundational