Are you a person more willing to stand up for what you believe in? Those who do apparently are more confident, believe in their message and less inhibited by standing out from the crowd. Neuroscience suggests brain differences between those who do and don't stand up 1/6

So what does it take to be a 'moral rebel' 1. Helps if you have seen moral courage in action. Watching people you look up to show moral courage can inspire you to do the same. 2. Has empathy - seeing the world from another's perspective. 2/6

3. Finally, moral rebels need particular skills and practice using them. Why? People who have practiced making effective arguments and sticking with them under pressure are better able to use these same techniques with their peers. 3/6

But what about the rest of us? Are we doomed to be the silent bystanders who meekly stand by and don’t dare call out bad behaviour? No. It is possible to develop the ability to stand up to social pressure. In other words, anyone can learn to be a moral rebel. 4/6

Many people grapple with things they see or hear. Many want to act but may never have seen it being role modelled - so they do nothing. Many don't know what to do - so they do nothing. As a moral rebel you have a role wide than stepping up - you give permission. 5/6

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