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Ricky Gervais

06/27/23

@ The Poetry of Reality with Richard Dawkins

You can ridicule ideas without hurting anyone, and being offended is not a valid argument against criticism.

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Courage to Be Honest - On Stage with Ricky Gervais

@ The Poetry of Reality with Richard Dawkins

Courage to Be Honest - On Stage with Ricky Gervais

06/27/23

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Richard Dawkins

06/27/23

@ The Poetry of Reality with Richard Dawkins

Criticism of religion is not an attack on individuals; rather, it's about challenging ideas that can be harmful.

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Narendra Modi

03/16/25

@ Lex Fridman

Criticism is essential for democracy, and I welcome it as it helps improve governance. However, I differentiate between genuine criticism and mere allegations, which can lead to unnecessary conflicts.

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Ricky Gervais

06/27/23

@ The Poetry of Reality with Richard Dawkins

I think it's acceptable to joke about race, as long as the intention is not to be racist, but to challenge perceptions and provoke thought.

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Ricky Gervais

06/27/23

@ The Poetry of Reality with Richard Dawkins

I believe that humor can address serious topics without being offensive, and it's important to differentiate between the subject of a joke and the target.

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Jordan Peterson

11/02/17

@ Jocko Podcast

Criticism is essential for growth; it helps individuals recognize their flaws and provides a pathway for improvement.

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Troy Carter

03/23/23

@ Joe Lonsdale

It's important to have open dialogues about issues without demonizing those who disagree with us; we can have different opinions and still respect each other.

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Robert Greene

10/09/22

@ Lewis Howes

It's crucial to assess if someone can take criticism; if they can't, it can lead to a toxic relationship.

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Reid Hoffman

04/18/17

@ Y Combinator

Being contrarian is not just about having a different idea; it's about understanding how smart people might disagree with you and knowing something they don't that validates your idea.

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Ricky Gervais

06/27/23

@ The Poetry of Reality with Richard Dawkins

In comedy, the aim is not to offend for the sake of it; it's about honesty and bravery, even when dealing with taboo subjects.