The One You Feed | Personal Growth, Emotional Resilience & Purpose What We Can Learn By Thinking Like a Kid with Scott Hershovitz
Nov 8, 2022
Scott Hershovitz, a law and philosophy professor at the University of Michigan and author of "Nasty, Brutish, and Short," discusses the importance of thinking like a kid. He highlights how children are natural philosophers, constantly asking profound questions. The conversation dives into critical thinking, the philosophical Ship of Theseus, and how our identities evolve with experiences. Hershovitz also touches on moral decision-making, encouraging listeners to explore their ethical beliefs while engaging in meaningful dialogues.
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What It's Like to Be a Dog
- Scott's son Rex narrates their dog Bailey's life from her perspective.
- This raises the question of what it's like to experience the world as another being.
Ship of Theseus
- The Ship of Theseus, with all its planks gradually replaced, raises the question of identity over time.
- Hobbes adds another layer: if someone rebuilds the original ship from the old planks, which is the real one?
Identity as a Tool
- Answers about identity depend on the context and reasons for asking.
- Identity can be a useful tool, but it should be held flexibly, not rigidly.
