Choosing Violence

Callard’s claim about the rationality of anger is puzzling.

Bloom Final Response to Lure of Luxury

The Lure of Luxury

Most people own things they don’t really need. It is worth thinking about why.

Understanding Does Not Require Feeling

Final response: The conclusion that compassion and empathy come as “a package” is almost surely mistaken.

Against Empathy

Most people see the benefits of empathy as too obvious to require justification.

Blame Motivates Good Behavior

The thought of being blamed by others can motivate good behavior.

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