Big Think How to be a more loving person, in 3 steps
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Aug 13, 2025 
Join Meghan Sullivan, a philosopher and ethics expert from Notre Dame, as she unpacks the idea of a 'love ethic.' She discusses how love is pivotal in moral reasoning and emphasizes the dignity of every individual. By drawing on Aristotle and the Good Samaritan, she inspires listeners to practice compassion towards all, not just those they know. Sullivan outlines three core principles for living a more loving life, encouraging a deeper connection to humanity in our daily interactions.
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Love Belongs At The Center Of Ethics
- Love and morality are often separated, but love can be central to ethical reasoning.
- Meghan Sullivan argues love should inform how we make moral judgments and rules.
The Good Samaritan Story
- Sullivan retells the Good Samaritan parable where a Samaritan cares for a beaten stranger all night.
- She uses this story to show moral obligation rooted in love rather than ritual duty.
Three Pillars Of A Love Ethic
- A love ethic rests on three principles: human dignity, love as moral grounding, and real-world application.
- These principles shift ethics from abstract rules to person-centered moral reasoning.
