On Learning to Judge Other Minds
Empathy, or putting yourself in someone’s shoes, is usually described as a good attribute to have or rule to follow, and despite reasonable criticisms, it really can be. But empathizing…
The Feeling of Intention of Our Guardians
Some things seem to have an intention. They move according to what is best for themselves and with purpose. They seem to have a mind. And some things don’t; they…
Surviving on the Recognition of Others
Let’s pretend we can sort people into two groups. There are those who see themselves as independent, as not needing any relationships for comfort or approval, but can also be…
Self-Expansion Theory: Others as Dignified Instruments
To begin describing the motivation behind social behaviors already runs the risk of treating the experience of hate, love, and all the vigorous social emotions, as mechanical and without dignity…