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The Thomistic Institute
Virtue: The Human Operating System | Prof. Andrew Abela
Jun 10, 2024
Prof. Andrew Abela discusses the importance of virtues as a framework for decision-making, emotional regulation, and interpersonal connections. He explores virtues as a comprehensive system rather than a checklist, drawing parallels with St. Thomas Aquinas' views. The podcast provides practical tips for developing virtues like prudence, justice, fortitude, and temperance, serving as an operating system for personal growth.
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- Developing virtues as habits aids decision-making and societal relationships.
- Virtues are pivotal attributes in a 'human operating system,' fostering holistic self-improvement.
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The Importance of Virtues as Habits
Developing virtues, seen as habits that guide thinking, actions, and emotions like courage, practical wisdom, and justice, is crucial for decision-making and effective interactions. The speaker emphasizes how virtues aid in managing emotions, making decisions easier and enhancing societal relationships, contrasting virtues with mere values to highlight their everyday significance.
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