Liane Young

Liane Young, a psychologist and neuroscientist, discusses the fascinating concept of 'theory of mind'—the ability to understand what others are thinking. She explains how this cognitive skill develops in children and shapes our moral judgments, often leading to misunderstandings. Fred Luskin, an expert on forgiveness, answers listener questions about grudges, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness and open communication. He illustrates how releasing grudges can pave the way for personal peace and healthier relationships.

Psychologist and philosopher Liane Young discusses her experiments on moral intentions, exploring outcome-based vs intention-based moral judgments and the impact on moral psychology. The podcast also touches on the perception of moral transgressions based on intention and adaptive functions, and the importance of understanding moral psychology and different stances people take on the world.