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Temperament and Philosophy
- Susan Wolf's temperament influences her philosophical work, shaping the questions she asks and her approach to answering them.
- She's drawn to clarity, big questions, and the details of human life, which don't always go together.
Belief and Doubt
- While writing, Wolf fully believes her philosophical views, even on complex topics like free will and meaning in life.
- She simultaneously acknowledges the possibility of error, recognizing the long history of debate on these issues.
Objective Value and Meaning
- Susan Wolf believes in objective value, crucial for a meaningful life, even if she lacks a full account of it.
- She posits that some actions are inherently more worthwhile than others, exceeding mere personal preference.