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Ideas & communities · 4 min read

Law students are good at arguing a side. But what do you actually believe?

For law students who can defend either side of an argument: a practical way to separate a persuasive case from the position you’re actually willing to support.

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Ideas & communities · 4 min read

Studying psychology does not make you your friends’ therapist

Studying psychology does not mean you can explain someone’s ex. Set ordinary boundaries, leave room for uncertainty, and keep friendship reciprocal.

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Ideas & communities · 4 min read

Finding people to talk philosophy with outside the classroom

Find people to talk philosophy with outside class, then start with a shared situation, explain the context, and discuss it without testing anyone.

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Ideas & communities · 2 min read

How to talk politics with friends without turning everything into a fight

Keep a political conversation specific, ask what the other person means, and set boundaries when the exchange stops being useful or respectful.

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Ideas & communities · 3 min read

Book club questions for when you want more than a plot summary

Use 18 original book club questions to discuss interpretations, reactions, and disagreements. Leave room for readers who noticed different things.

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Ideas & communities · 3 min read

Where to find book clubs and thoughtful conversation in Ahmedabad

Explore verified Ahmedabad reading and writing community leads, understand their formats, and ask the right questions before attending.

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