Revising Character Traits
Quassim challenges the notion of fixed character traits, suggesting the possibility of revision. Using a compelling example, he explores the influence of upbringing on attitudes and the potential for change. The discussion delves into the distinction between criticizing attitudes and blaming individuals, raising questions about moral stances and shared goals in seeking truth.In this clip
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Mindscape 61 | Quassim Cassam on Intellectual Vices and What to Do About Them
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If we can't forget traumatic events but can modify our emotional response to past events, can the changes to a person's character following an event also be reversed or altered? For example, if someone who was once very positive and engaging returns from war or suffers the loss of a parent/spouse and becomes guarded and distant, how much of our "character" is malleable? Or can people truly become "stuck in their ways"? This question relates to the episode 365: Benjamin Hardy | How to Break Free from Self-Limiting Beliefs and the clip Personality and Passion.
If we can't forget traumatic events but can modify our emotional response to past events, can the changes to a person's character following an event also be reversed or altered? For example, if someone who was once very positive and engaging returns from war or suffers the loss of a parent/spouse and becomes guarded and distant, how much of our "character" is malleable? Or can people truly become "stuck in their ways" based on the insights from the episode The thing that controls your mind. and the clip Mind Creates Reality?
If we can't forget traumatic events but can modify our emotional response to past events, can the changes to a person's character following an event also be reversed or altered? For example, if someone who was once very positive and engaging returns from war or suffers the loss of a parent/spouse and becomes guarded and distant, how much of our "character" is malleable? Or can people truly become "stuck in their ways"? This question relates to the episode 365: Benjamin Hardy | How to Break Free from Self-Limiting Beliefs and the clip Transformative Life Changes.