We all find it hard to admit when we're wrong. In an increasingly polarised world, it seems as if people are becoming more convinced of their own beliefs and less willing to contemplate other points of view. But could this be to the detriment of our intelligence?

BBC Reel investigates the concept of intellectual humility, and whether it could actually be key to making us smarter.

Video by Dan John
Animation by Michal Bialoze

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