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How Can You Truly Know A Person? In conversation with David Brooks
Jun 4, 2024
New York Times journalist David Brooks and Nick Spencer discuss personhood, societal crisis, moral formation, historical ideas, interconnectedness of body and brain, understanding others through personality traits, and deeply seeing and understanding others in a thought-provoking conversation.
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- Moral formation and social skills are crucial in addressing societal challenges like suicide and mental health issues.
- Understanding a person involves perceiving their subjective reality through emotional resonance and genuine interest in their perspectives.
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The Crisis in Society and the Importance of Building Moral Formation
The increase in rates of suicide and mental health problems indicate a crisis in emotional, relational, and spiritual aspects of society. Factors like social media, economic inequality, and the decline of community life contribute to this breakdown. Emphasizing moral formation, such as teaching social skills and considerate behaviors, is identified as a key solution to address these societal challenges.
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