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Wisdom, Virtue, and Positive Psychology
- John Vervaeke discusses wisdom, connecting it to virtue and positive psychology.
- He critiques Schwartz and Sharp's theory, arguing for the inclusion of Sophia alongside Phronesis.
Baltes and Staudinger's Wisdom Theory
- Vervaeke analyzes Baltes and Staudinger's wisdom theory, focusing on relevance realization and the pragmatics of life.
- He suggests their criteria operationalize wisdom, linking it to judgment skills and social discussion.
Solomon Effect and Stoic Practice
- Vervaeke connects Baltes and Staudinger's work to the Solomon effect and the Stoic practice of internalizing a sage.
- He criticizes their focus on expertise, advocating for a connection between wisdom and rationality.