About this episode
The episode explores the reasons behind our difficulty in disobeying authority and the instinct to comply even when we disagree.
Picture this: your boss asks you to do something that feels unfair or pointless. You disagree… but you go along with it anyway. It happens all the time. Most of us comply simply because we don’t want to risk conflict or consequences. Why is saying no so difficult? But how far can that instinct go? So why don’t we push back more often? Is it just about avoiding trouble? So is disobedience impossible? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the latest episodes, click here: What is the Fermi paradox? What’s the Tinder Paradox ? Could vanlife be a lifestyle choice for you? A Bababam Originals podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
People in this episode
Host: Amber Minogue
Topics covered
- disobedience
- compliance
- conflict avoidance
- authority
- decision making
Keywords
- disobedience
- compliance
- authority
- conflict
- decision making
- psychology
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Bababam
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