In Good We Trust
Why Do We Do Good
Jun 7, 2024
The podcast delves into the stages of moral reasoning, from societal expectations to intrinsic motivators. It explores the evolutionary aspect of cooperation as a key survival trait and discusses the various reasons why people engage in acts of kindness, including psychological, evolutionary, and biochemical explanations.
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- Doing good evolves from following authority to rational ethical decisions as individuals mature.
- Cooperation, a valuable trait, is likely rooted in evolutionary biology and contributes significantly to survivability.
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Motivations for Doing Good
Individuals have various reasons for doing good, as outlined by psychologist Lawrence Kohlberg. Initially, people, particularly children, may do good due to authority's instructions and the desire for rewards or to avoid punishments. As individuals mature, the motivation shifts towards fitting in with societal norms, seeking acceptance in peer groups, and fulfilling civic responsibilities. This progresses further to a sense of obligation towards the community, aiming to uphold a social contract and act based on rationality and duties to reason.
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