A timely question
It’s time to end the old and begin the new!
But before we do, it's customary for some of us to review the last 12 months.
One way to do that is to reflect on instances in which we've changed our opinions on things of importance—a useful practice for anyone who wants to maintain an adaptive, creative mind (especially in a world where public discourse is increasingly dominated by folks expressing dumbed-down certainties). This is a question I introduced on the Tom Peters website six years ago (which was inspired by Edge.org): “In the last year, what have you changed your mind about?”
I’ll start by answering the question for myself—because, well, you’re not here. And I’ll begin with a small hedge: I can’t say I’ve done a complete 180º on the following subjects, but where I once stood firm I now have a question.