EBW WISDOM TOOLS SERIES: No.1 – Self-Distancing


EBW Wisdom Tools Series - 1SD


The EBW Wisdom Tools Series is a collection of evidence-based strategies developed by pioneers in the wisdom research community. Short-term strategies have been shown to help individuals access wisdom they already have. Long-term strategies detail practices that have been shown to develop wisdom when employed regularly over a longer time period. Some judgement is required as to apply which strategy. Do let us know how you get on.


WDK - Self-distancing


Reference: Exploring Solomon’s Paradox: Self- Distancing Eliminates the Self-Other Asymmetry in Wise Reasoning About Close Relationships in Younger and Older Adults (Grossmann and Kross, 2014)