Chapter
The Importance of Morally Thick Concepts
56:36 - 1:03:31 (06:54)
Philosophers Anscombe and Bernard Williams suggest using morally thick concepts like generosity and anger to question the stories we tell about our actions, and ensure they aren't always portraying us as the hero. James emphasizes the importance of taking risks with our beliefs and recognizing the legitimate goods at stake with our intellectual lives.
Clips
James argues that taking risks with beliefs is just as serious as physical risks and individuals should learn to be immune to conformity pressure by cultivating their souls.
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Beliefs
Summary
James argues that taking risks with beliefs is just as serious as physical risks and individuals should learn to be immune to conformity pressure by cultivating their souls.
ChapterThe Importance of Morally Thick Concepts
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PodcastModern Wisdom
Philosophers like Anscombe and Williams suggest using morally thick concepts to examine the stories we tell about our actions and whether we are taking responsibility for them, or always portraying ourselves as the hero.
1:00:44 - 1:03:31 (02:47)
Philosophy
Summary
Philosophers like Anscombe and Williams suggest using morally thick concepts to examine the stories we tell about our actions and whether we are taking responsibility for them, or always portraying ourselves as the hero.