Human Nature and Optimism
Melvin and Jonathan discuss the complex nature of human beings and their capacity for both good and harm. They explore the long-term optimism and short-term pessimism that comes with understanding human nature, and the importance of having a global conscience. They also touch on the perspective differences between conservatives and liberals when it comes to viewing human nature, and the need to acknowledge both progress and challenges in society.In this clip
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On Being with Krista Tippett
[Unedited] Jonathan Haidt + Melvin Konner with Krista Tippett
Related Questions
Can morality progress over time as discussed in the episode \[Unedited] Jonathan Haidt + Melvin Konner with Krista Tippett and the clip Human Nature's Evolution, as well as in the episode Michael Huemer - Anarchy, Capitalism, and Progress and the clip Moral Progress and Reformers?
How does human nature vary in the episode \[Unedited] Jonathan Haidt + Melvin Konner with Krista Tippett and the clip Human Nature's Evolution compared to the episode Noam Chomsky || On Human Nature and Human Progress and the clip Common Humanity?