On a certain blindness in human beings
On a certain blindness in human beings. What makes a life significant.
Book • 1900
William James's "On a Certain Blindness in Human Beings" is an essay exploring the limitations of human perception and understanding.
James argues that individuals often fail to appreciate the richness and validity of experiences different from their own.
He emphasizes the importance of empathy and the need to overcome self-centeredness in order to understand others.
The essay highlights the subjective nature of experience and the challenges of achieving genuine understanding across diverse perspectives.
It's a powerful reflection on human limitations and the potential for greater understanding.
James argues that individuals often fail to appreciate the richness and validity of experiences different from their own.
He emphasizes the importance of empathy and the need to overcome self-centeredness in order to understand others.
The essay highlights the subjective nature of experience and the challenges of achieving genuine understanding across diverse perspectives.
It's a powerful reflection on human limitations and the potential for greater understanding.
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