SH227: Navigating Online Narratives and Learning from Feedback in Diving

In this episode of The Human Diver, Mike Mason and I dive into the complexities of online storytelling, the double-edged nature of sharing experiences, and the power of constructive debriefing. We explore how narratives can both create learning opportunities and, at times, lead to misinterpretation, judgment, or defensive responses.

You will discover how high-risk industries like aviation use culture, structured debriefs, and role-based feedback to focus on behaviours rather than individuals. We discuss the importance of capacity, mental models, and situational awareness, and how these principles can translate into diving and online education.

Key Takeaways:

-Focusing on behaviours and actions, not people, fosters learning and reduces defensiveness.

-Online narratives can easily be derailed, so approach feedback with curiosity and humility.

-Capacity and situational awareness are critical in high-pressure environments and translate directly into diving.

-Constructive dialogue requires patience, perspective, and sometimes the use of tools like AI to frame responses effectively.

-Multi-perspective storytelling encourages empathy and a just culture, reducing judgment and promoting better understanding.

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The blog by Betari Box https://www.thehumandiver.com/blog/my-attitude-impacts-your-behaviour