David McPherson

David McPherson, a philosopher and author, explores the importance of limits and virtues in a culture obsessed with boundless aspirations. He discusses how unchecked ambition can dehumanize and outlines six virtues—humility, reverence, moderation, contentment, neighborliness, and loyalty—that help us embrace limits. McPherson critiques contemporary ethical views that overlook these virtues, emphasizing the need for appreciation over control in human life. He advocates for a balanced approach to existence, promoting gratitude and belonging to counteract feelings of alienation.

Dr. David McPherson, a Professor of Philosophy at the University of Florida, dives into the intricate relationship between virtue and a meaningful life. He critiques modern ethics for emphasizing happiness over meaning and defends a neo-Aristotelian perspective, arguing virtues are essential to meaningful living. McPherson explores strong evaluative meaning, martyrdom, and the tension between loss and virtue, emphasizing that true fulfillment arises from noble pursuits and theistic hope, striving for depth in the human experience.