Lives Well Lived PAUL BLOOM: the role of reason in moral judgements
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Sep 5, 2024 
Paul Bloom, a Professor of Psychology at the University of Toronto and former Yale professor, brings fascinating insights into morality. He discusses how reason plays a crucial role in moral decisions, arguing against relying solely on emotions. The conversation dives into the complexities of moral judgments, revealing children’s inherent sense of morality and the influence of empathy. Bloom also distinguishes between fleeting pleasures and long-term happiness, exploring our emotional attachments to sentimental objects and their psychological significance.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
The Spectrum of Moral Sense: Pleasure, Pain, and Empathy
02:06 • 5min
Exploring the Complexity of Morality and Personal Choices
07:12 • 3min
The Nature of Morality: Emotion vs. Reason
10:35 • 22min
The Intricacies of Moral Reasoning
32:21 • 9min
Sentimental Objects and Human Experience
41:26 • 21min
Freud, Adler, and Moral Reflections
01:02:09 • 11min