Suspending Politics to Save Democracy
Just political systems secure the means of living satisfying private lives while political saturation crowds out key aspects of a good life.
Read MoreJust political systems secure the means of living satisfying private lives while political saturation crowds out key aspects of a good life.
Read MoreSociety has become so politically-saturated that we’re now overdoing democracy. Here are a few reasons why it undermines our institutions.
Read MoreAs we try to align ourselves closely with the true victims, René Girard shows how the ancient scapegoat ruse leads us to meaningful compassion.
Read MoreCritics of intersectionality now refer to it as the “social justice faith,” highlighting the religious zeal and dogmatism of its advocates. As religion retreats, its qualifications have widened, continuing the ideologically-motivated practice of redefining what constitutes a religion.
Read MoreLiterary theorists of the past half-century—who now dominate the humanities—encourage us to assume ill-intentions of one another. This contrasts with the ’empathetic’ humanities, which aim for more understanding and less judging in our daily lives.
Read MorePhilosophers are exemplars in disagreeing vehemently but civilly with others. Like them, using these 4 principles can help us have arguments that are effective against extremism.
Read MoreMany in the US are experiencing emotional unwellness, while our foundational institutions are rattling. CBT can help with both.
Read MoreA new book protests the postmodernist refutations of shared truth and grand narratives—we struggle because we lack story and soul.
Read MorePeople turn to tribalism for a sense of certainty, as trust in institutions and commitment to truth erode. Instead, we need to restore a shared reality which builds common ground, regardless of identity group.
Read MoreDebates surrounding tribalism and bigotry abound, many focused on biased media or public policy. Agape Restaurants conceptualize food as a cultural force for realizing toleration and nurturing community—all while dining with strangers.
Read MoreThe collective joys and sorrows of sports offer a healthy outlet for our tribal natures, and give us a safer space in which we can bridge gaps pertaining to more divisive societal arenas.
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