Chapter
The Real Self Vs. The Everyday Self
1:01:56 - 1:12:02 (10:06)
The way we view the real self versus our everyday self can impact how we view moral responsibility and rehabilitative justice.
Clips
The guest discusses how our moral responsibility is related to our nature, and uses an analogy of a tumor to explain why we shouldn't necessarily blame someone for causing harm if it comes from their natural tendencies.
1:01:56 - 1:08:56 (07:00)
Morality
Summary
The guest discusses how our moral responsibility is related to our nature, and uses an analogy of a tumor to explain why we shouldn't necessarily blame someone for causing harm if it comes from their natural tendencies.
ChapterThe Real Self Vs. The Everyday Self
Episode#484 - Cosmic Skeptic - 8 Impossible Thought Experiments
PodcastModern Wisdom
Sam Harris explains why the human desire for retribution is a pre-rational and possibly pre-human disposition, and why it's more effective to focus on prevention and deterrence when dealing with negative behaviors.
1:08:56 - 1:12:02 (03:06)
Retribution
Summary
Sam Harris explains why the human desire for retribution is a pre-rational and possibly pre-human disposition, and why it's more effective to focus on prevention and deterrence when dealing with negative behaviors.