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In this episode, we advocate for capital-letter Truth, Morality and Beauty in our purportedly post-modern world, and we argue that these ideals are not quaintly outdated, but necessary for society to function and for you (as an adult) to be at your happiest:
- Pursuing truth, morality and beauty are worthwhile goals even in modern times, and not just “Victorian” concepts.
- Maintaining lies, especially lies to oneself, can be psychologically and physically damaging over time due to the stress of keeping up deceit.
- Defining and staying connected to one’s own moral values and sense of right and wrong can help reduce anxiety and improve mental health.
- Universal human morality can be defined as behaviors that are pro-social and foster good social relationships and community.
- Foundations like religion previously provided backing for moral systems, so alternative foundations need to be established.
- Beauty can be defined as a balance between chaos and order, and things done with care and quality are more likely to be considered beautiful.
- Architecture and art should aim to be aesthetically pleasing since most people will experience it.
- One’s environment should aim to create positive feelings in others.
Table of Contents:
0:00 – Introduction
1:04 – Truth
16:00 – Morality
32:00 – Beauty
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Luke Chao and Pascal Langdale are the co-hosts of the How to Be an Adult podcast. Possessing of a philosophical approach to life, they are both keenly interested in improving the society they live in. In this podcast, they share their thoughts freely in order to democratize high-quality living.