No Small Endeavor with Lee C. Camp 187: Meghan Sullivan: What It Takes to Live a Good Life
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Dec 19, 2024 Meghan Sullivan, a Professor of Philosophy at the University of Notre Dame and co-author of "The Good Life Method," shares insights on what it means to live a good life. She dives into the importance of meaningful goals, personal reflection, and the role of virtue ethics in shaping character. The conversation also touches on the power of asking questions to deepen relationships and the impact of daily habits on our sense of fulfillment. Sullivan emphasizes empathy, dialogue, and philosophical inquiry as essential components for human flourishing.
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Goal-Driven Life
- Humans are goal-driven, but often pursue unsatisfying goals.
- Philosophy helps direct this impulse toward more fulfilling, enduring goals.
Virtue Ethics Defined
- Virtue ethics explores traits and practices that enhance human lives.
- It emphasizes character development and practical wisdom for a flourishing life.
Strong Questioning and Truth
- Strive for truth and avoid "bullshit", which disregards truth entirely.
- Embrace strong questioning like Socrates, challenging assumptions and seeking deeper understanding.
