Podcast Episode 29
#29: Words of Kindness: Language and Systemic Change
In this episode, Joy interviews BE Alink, the CEO of Alinker Inventions and inventor of the Alinker bike. They talk about the power of language and how it can be used with kindness, and delve into the impact of diagnosis in healthcare and the financial systems surrounding it. The concept of language as a lens is discussed, along with the importance of understanding and empathy - with a reflection on the relationship between empathy and competition. Finally, the conversation advocates for surrendering power over money and fostering more organic relationships.
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