📖 peek insideThe Righteous Mind: Why Good People are Divided by Politics and Religion
by Jonathan Haidt
Why do people disagree so vehemently about politics and religion? Social psychologist Jonathan Haidt explores the origins of moral judgment, arguing that intuition comes first and strategic reasoning second. By examining the evolutionary roots of morality, Haidt reveals how different moral foundations shape our worldviews. This insightful book offers a roadmap for understanding those across the political aisle, fostering empathy and civil discourse in an increasingly polarized world. It is essential reading for anyone seeking to understand the psychological underpinnings of human cooperation and conflict.
A popular book with millions of readers worldwide.
Notable Quotes
"Morality binds and blinds. It binds us into ideological teams that fight each other as though the fate of the world depended on our side winning each battle. It blinds us to the fact that each team is composed of good people who have something important to say."
"If you think that moral reasoning is something we do to figure out the truth, you’ll be constantly frustrated by how foolish, biased, and illogical people become when they disagree with you."
"Anyone who values truth should stop worshipping reason."
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