Ep. 250: Simone Weil on Human Needs (Part Two)
The Partially Examined Life Philosophy Podcast
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Exploring Occupational Prestige and Human Compassion
This chapter examines the social prestige attributed to various occupations, comparing the valor of miners and fishermen with the recognition given to aviators. It advocates for a more compassionate view, urging society to acknowledge the dignity of all workers, including those in marginalized roles, and to respond empathetically to human suffering.
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