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Subjective Values
- Modernly, concepts like beauty and good are seen as subjective.
- They are adjectives describing human experiences, not objective truths.
Truth as Adjective
- William James suggests that truth might also be subjective, like beauty or good.
- He questions whether truth is an objective entity or a human experience.
Tender vs. Tough Minds
- William James categorizes people as "tender-minded" or "tough-minded."
- These types differ in their approach to truth, creating tension.