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The Psychology of Peace: How Empathy, Forgiveness, and Trust Outperform Aggression
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From Foes to Neighbors | Listening Comprehension Practice
Sharpen your listening for international exams with a lecture on contact theory—how intergroup contact, equal status, common goals, and institutional support turn rivals into neighbors via co-ops, joint projects, and daily empathy builders. Includes advanced vocabulary and a 10-question MCQ quiz with detailed feedback.
The Ripple Effect of Calm: Does World Peace Begin With You?
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