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The Scientific Case for a Purposeful Universe — Dr Samuel Wilkinson

Jun 20, 2024
Dr. Samuel Wilkinson, a Yale professor and psychiatrist, discusses the purposeful nature of life, our capacity for good and evil, the importance of relationships for happiness, and cognitive illusions affecting our search for fulfillment. He explores the balance between selfishness and altruism in human nature, the significance of social interactions in psychiatry, and the critical role of positive relationships in mental well-being and personal development.
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