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What does it mean?
Stein suggests disillusionment comes from realizing total agreement with others is impossible.
In plain terms
Disillusionment is knowing no one agrees with you completely.
What can you take from it?
Expect disagreement to avoid disillusionment.

Where it applies

  • interpersonal conflict
  • self-reflection

Putting it to work

  • adjust expectations in relationships
  • seek partial consensus

Questions to consider

  • Is total agreement necessary for connection?
  • How do you handle disagreement?

Another view

Deep agreement is possible even if total agreement isn't.

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