Krista K. Thomason, author of Dancing with the Devil: Why Bad Feelings Make Life Good, challenges the perception of negative emotions as 'bad', arguing that they are essential in understanding attachments and what we care about. The podcast explores the relationship between reason and emotions, questions the control we have over them, and highlights the value of experiencing and feeling them. It also delves into the connection between greed, envy, vices, and one's sense of self. The guest discusses her current research interests and briefly touches on the emotional side of Kant's work.

Exploring the philosophy of negative emotions with Krista K. Thomason. Challenge our views on emotions. Discuss the importance of not suppressing negative emotions. Delve into societal norms surrounding shame and pride. Analyze the complexities of envy and spite in social interactions. Compare historical philosophical perspectives on emotions. Advocate for understanding and accepting the full spectrum of emotions.