Conversations with Dr. Jennifer
Love, Loss, and Living Life on Life's Terms: A Conversation with Dr. Adam Miller
Oct 24, 2023
Dr. Adam Miller, a professor of philosophy, joins Dr. Finlayson-Fife for a thought-provoking conversation on love, loss, and living life on life's terms. They discuss topics such as love as an action, the connection between courage and love, the intersection of love, intimacy, and spirituality, the unmasking power of sex, and the challenges of self-love and understanding.
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- Love is an unconditional commitment to doing what is good and giving the good that is needed, regardless of whether someone deserves it or is a friend or enemy.
- By shifting the focus away from the pursuit of personal satisfaction and instead focusing on sacrificial love, individuals can experience a different, more profound understanding of love that transcends personal desires and expectations.
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Love as a Commandment
Love, according to Dr. Adam Miller, is not a conditional reward or an unconditional reward. It is a commandment, the heart of every commandment. Love is an unconditional commitment to doing what is good and giving the good that is needed, regardless of whether someone deserves it or is a friend or enemy. This perspective challenges the common belief that love is a reward to be earned, emphasizing instead the importance of focusing on what is needed and what is good in every situation.
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