“Discover the Surprising Times When Silence Speaks Louder Than Words, According to Experts!”
9) When you’re tempted to correct someone in public
It’s natural to want to correct inaccuracies or misinformation, especially if it’s a topic you’re passionate or knowledgeable about. But there are times when doing so publicly may do more harm than good.
Consider this scenario: You’re in a group discussion and someone makes an incorrect statement. The urge to jump in and correct them is strong, but here’s where it gets counterintuitive – sometimes, the wiser move is to stay silent.
Psychologist Carol Dweck, known for her work on ‘growth mindset,’ suggests that public criticism or correction can put people in a ‘fixed mindset’ – a state where they feel their abilities and knowledge are being judged, leading to defensiveness rather than openness to learning.
