Navigating Different Systems of Morality (Kurt Gray, PhD)

Phil Stutz's "True and False Magic" delves into his spiritual philosophy and understanding of the universe. The book expands on his previous work, offering a deeper exploration of higher forces and their influence on human experience. It integrates his unique perspective on spirituality with practical tools for personal growth. The book is presented in a workbook-like format, encouraging active engagement from the reader. It's a blend of spiritual insights and practical self-help techniques.

In this book, Jonathan Haidt draws on twenty-five years of research on moral psychology to explain why people's moral judgments are driven by intuition rather than reason. He introduces the Moral Foundations Theory, which posits that human morality is based on six foundations: care/harm, fairness/cheating, loyalty/betrayal, authority/subversion, sanctity/degradation, and liberty/oppression. Haidt argues that liberals tend to focus on the care/harm and fairness/cheating foundations, while conservatives draw on all six. The book also explores how morality binds and blinds people, leading to social cohesion but also to conflicts. Haidt aims to promote understanding and civility by highlighting the commonalities and differences in moral intuitions across political spectra.

In 'Outraged,' Kurt Gray presents groundbreaking research showing that liberals and conservatives share the same moral mind, with moral judgments stemming from feelings of threat or vulnerability to harm. Gray argues against the 'destruction narrative' and explains how early human instincts and modern social media contribute to moral outrage. He offers practical insights and tools for understanding and bridging the gaps between different moral worldviews, promoting more peaceful interactions in polarized times.