Chapter
The Roots of Human Evil
23:03 - 28:13 (05:10)
The discussion revolves around the human condition and why human beings commit evil acts towards each other, driven by scarcity and insecurity, and how the initial appreciation and respect can help prevent it.
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Scarcity, insecurity, and envy drive humans towards destruction, but these negative emotions stem from lacking initial appreciation and respect for the marvel that is the human condition, leading to a disregard for other individuals' rights and differences.
23:03 - 25:49 (02:46)
Human Condition
Summary
Scarcity, insecurity, and envy drive humans towards destruction, but these negative emotions stem from lacking initial appreciation and respect for the marvel that is the human condition, leading to a disregard for other individuals' rights and differences.
ChapterThe Roots of Human Evil
Episode#357 – Paul Conti: Narcissism, Sociopathy, Envy, and the Nature of Good and Evil
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The difference between impulsive, reflexive evil and highly orchestrated evil is driven by envy and fueled by some kind of personal or cultural resentment.
25:49 - 28:13 (02:23)
Evil
Summary
The difference between impulsive, reflexive evil and highly orchestrated evil is driven by envy and fueled by some kind of personal or cultural resentment. You can calculate cold, military and economic decisions but the path of the narcissism overlooks how others may feel.