Introduction
Chapter 1 Developing Wisdom: Theory and Practice
Cognitive Flexibility
The Need for Justification
Beliefs and Opinions
Applying the Idea ‘Truth’
Coherence Theory
Cognitive Equilibrium
Meanings
Applying Objectivity in Practice
Applying Wisdom in Action
Chapter 2 Managing Our Motives
Commitment
Moral Motivation: Applying Ethics in Practice
Empathy
Unconscious Motives
Free Will
Deep Motivation to Learn
Self-Regulated Learning
Chapter 3 Thinking About Thinking
Human Cognition
Philosophy
Critical Thinking
Creative Thinking
Manifesting Higher-Order Thinking in Action
Superstition
Fallacies, Cognitive Biases, and Prejudices
Chapter 4 Reality, Human Nature, and Self-Awareness
Understanding People
Ontology – Understanding the Structure of Reality
Physicality
Consciousness
Understanding Human Nature
Characterization
Applying Objectivity in Practice
Types of Intelligence
Problem-Solving
Self-Awareness
Mindfulness (Presence of Mind)
Humanism
Chapter 5 Educating for Wisdom
Developing Wisdom
Complexity
Developing Critical Discourses
Early Childhood Education
Learning Environments
Adult Learning
Transformative Learning
Complex Dynamic Systems
Transformation for Educators
Barriers to Transformative Education
Chapter 6 Producing Self-Fulfillment
Happiness
Possibilities for Self-Development
Applying Commitment in Action
Diminishing Suffering
Self-Determinism
Taking Action
Emotions
Managing Intrapersonal Conflict
Changing Our Stories
Peak Experience and Peak Performance
Love and Intimacy
Chapter 7 Communication and Relationship
Learning to Communicate and Relate Cooperatively
Resolving Interpersonal Conflict
Competition or Cooperation?
The Third Entity
Engaging Effectively in Progressive Dialogues
Beyond Ego
Cooperating
Communicating
Caring
Judging People
Applying Flexibility
Equity in Action
Workability in Relationships: Consensus and Assent
Dealing with Antagonism
Guilt, Shame, Blame and Resentment
Social Consciousness
Notes