Unconscious Habits and Shaped Desires

Whether it's a scoop of ice cream each night or a quick look at notifications on my phone, our unconscious habits — and their underlying desires — form us. (Even when we *think* they aren't.) So, what does it mean to be human in light of these habits and desires? And, can you use your desires to *enhance* your humanness — rather than take away from it?

Listen to one of our favorite Forums again in this encore episode featuring Dr. James K. A. Smith, professor of philosophy at Calvin College. This program was recorded at a Veritas Forum event at the University of Michigan in 2018, and the original title was "You Are What You Love." If you enjoy this episode, please rate, review, and subscribe!

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