philosophy
Taking time for thoughtful consideration has fallen out of fashion, writes Emily Chamlee-Wright. How can we restore good faith and good judgement to our increasingly polarized conversations?
Need to isolate? No problem! This philosopher is keeping the world posted on his isolation routine by Facebook.
The costs of prohibition are great, but can people be trusted to make the best decisions for themselves?
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The Buddha wasn’t concerned with transcendence, but rather fully embodying the moment.
Ever had trouble finding reason to get out of bed? Marcus Aurelius has some advice for you.
In classical liberal philosophy, individual pursuit of happiness is made possible by a framework of law.
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Philosopher Peter Singer broaches an uncomfortable truth about the Make-A-Wish Foundation and GoFundMe pages.
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Don’t feel like going out to vote? These ten thinkers have something to tell you.
Deciding how we ought to live is one of the greatest challenges of being alive. Ask yourself these important questions to gain clarity, with philosopher Peter Singer.
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New research shows how Americans feel about genetic engineering, human enhancement and automation.
As a moral and political philosophy, classical liberalism lays a framework for the good society.
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Being ahead of the curve can be a dangerous place. These 7 thinkers were driven from their homelands over it.
Cognitive behavioral therapy has the Stoics to thank for inspiring this field.
Considering strands of liberalism and how each determines right from wrong.
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Understanding society as an ever-changing archipelago, rather than as a fixed, closed structure.
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We all know somebody who avoids meat. These schools of thought suggest those people are onto something.
Philosophy professor James Sterba revives a very old argument.
The key to happiness is being less optimistic and accepting a certain amount of unhappiness.
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The protesters on the street aren’t just taking up space, they carry on a well thought out tradition.
The noted astronomer and author Carl Sagan came up with a famous dictum acronymed ECREE.
“They” has taken on a not-so-new meaning lately. This earned it the scrutiny it needed to win.
Our personal choices can help to effectively combat poverty, says Peter Singer.
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Living 150 years sounds great… till you consider the effects on population.
Matter can indeed sprout out of nothingness, causing the universe to expand.
The new podcast is a deep dive into human nature.
A variety of structures exist to both treat employees with more respect and increase productivity.
Learn to level up your thinking on how you perceive reality.
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What could be better than “do unto others as you would have others do unto you”?