What Works EP 475: Values aren't chains; they are wings
Aug 22, 2024
Dive into the fascinating world of values, where traditional notions are turned on their head. Discover how values like freedom and justice can empower rather than constrain. Explore the idea that values should foster creativity and curiosity, promoting individuality instead of dogma. This discussion encourages a flexible, inclusive understanding of personal and societal values, with an emphasis on their transformative potential in our lives.
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Values Misunderstood as Dogma
- Values are often misused as dogma to enforce exclusion and maintain the status quo.
- True values are timeless but their interpretation and application evolve over time to include more people.
Values Used to Exclude
- So-called family or pro-life values often serve to constrain who is deemed "worthy" rather than affirming the core value.
- These values sometimes reflect power structures more than true moral consideration.
Business Values Simplified
- In work and business, abstract values like freedom or passion often get reduced to market-friendly simplifications.
- This reduction benefits existing systems rather than capturing the full human value.