Clay LinkousCo-founder, Linkous Solutions · International Speaker, Executive Coach, and Facilitator / Champion of Physicians, Leadership, the Human Experience, SDOH, Vulnerable Populations, & Neurodiversity.

Defeat Contempt: Always Assume Positive Intent #shorts

19 Sept 2026 · 0 min

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In this brief YouTube short, Clay Linkous offers a single piece of interpersonal advice: to overcome feelings of contempt toward others, consistently assume that they have positive intent. By reframing one's mindset to presume goodwill, the negative emotion of contempt can be neutralized. The video repeats the core message—"Defeat contempt by assuming positive intent"—as a concise, actionable tip for improving relationships and communication.

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