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Navigating Virtue and Vice in Pleasure
This chapter examines the interplay between insensitivity, pleasure, and virtue, emphasizing the importance of courage as a guiding principle. It highlights the dangers of both hedonism and asceticism, advocating for a balanced approach to enjoying life's pleasures. The discussion draws on philosophical insights, particularly from Aquinas, to explore the moral implications of temperance and intemperance.