2.2 Trap 2 Dealing with dogmatism

Again, this is a causal loop diagram with two loops (on either side of the figure) that share a common segment (in the middle of the figure). Highlighted at bottom centre is the cause: “complex situation with many (sometimes conflicting) variables”. The two loops are described separately below, with the shared connections in ordinary font and the sections unique to each loop in bold. Left hand loop: complex situation with many (sometimes conflicting) variables; ‘suggests need for’ reduction in number of perspectives; which ‘may mean’ adopting perspective and purpose that conforms with dominant values; which ‘may mean’ marginalise or ignore other purposes and perspectives; which ‘can lead to’ fear and anger; which ‘reinforces’ alienation of relevant perspectives; which ‘reinforces’ complex situation with many (sometimes conflicting) variables. Right hand loop: complex situation with many (sometimes conflicting) variables; ‘suggests need for’ reduction in number of perspectives; which ‘may mean’ adopting perspective and purpose that conforms with dominant values; which ‘may reinforce’ sense of self-righteousness; which ‘can lead to’ conflict with other viewpoints; which ‘reinforces’ complex situation with many (sometimes conflicting) variables .