THE SCOUT MINDSET: WHY SOME PEOPLE SEE THINGS CLEARLY AND OTHERS DON’T by Julia Galef

'The Scout Mindset' emphasizes curiosity, unbiased truth-seeking, and facing reality, even if that reality is unexpected. It motivates people to see things as they are, not as you wish they were. The book describes the scout mindset and contrasts it with the soldier mindset (a style of thinking that is focused on defending one's existing beliefs). It also offers practical solutions on how to change one's mindset and how beliefs are linked to identity. 

Insights for Change Makers

The book helps people get into a different, more reflective frame of mind. 

Changemakers can use it to break repetitive cycles that don't serve their personal and organizational preferences. It will also help them to create curiosity and a will to learn, even from people they might not agree with.

Reviews and Criticism

It is well written with examples of people like Jeff Bezos and Elon Musk and has practical applications.

However, some readers found it to be lengthy and too simplistic at some points. 

Credits- Goodreads 

Also used for reference- Gemini AI

Written by- Hargun Kaur