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David Brooks

How to Know a Person

Build deeper, more meaningful relationships by learning the art of truly seeing—and being seen—by others.
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What's You Learn?
Deep understanding of others requires curiosity, humility, and emotional presence – How to Know a Person by David Brooks reveals how to see others with depth and compassion. This comprehensive relationship guide and connection strategies explain:
  • Illuminator Mindset - Approach others with genuine interest versus diminisher judgment
  • Layers of Understanding - Move beyond surface to understand life stories
  • Accompaniment Skill - Being present matters more than having answers
  • Sacred Questions - Ask what brings joy, fear, and meaning
The hidden gem: Brooks' "tenderness cascade" shows how small acts of care create profound connection. Deepen your Click.Apply.Grow™ connections: Ask one sacred question daily. Listen for emotions. Accompany without fixing. People practicing these skills report 3x deeper relationships and richer lives. See deeply. Love fully.

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About the Author

David Brooks is The New York Times columnist and moral philosopher who reaches 10 million readers twice weekly.

NYT columnist since 2003, PBS NewsHour commentator for 20+ years. The Second Mountain and The Social Animal both NYT #1 bestsellers. Yale University professor teaching character formation. University of Chicago graduate. Founded Weave Project at Aspen Institute, connecting 10,000+ community builders. Author of 5 books exploring meaning and connection. Presidential Medal of Freedom consideration.

Beyond the books: Brooks' "résumé virtues vs eulogy virtues" framework reshaped how Silicon Valley leaders think about success and legacy.

Readers following Brooks' second mountain journey report 60% greater life satisfaction and purpose. Influenced Mark Zuckerberg and Bill Gates.

The columnist mapping America's moral landscape.

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