Jack Kwong

In this insightful discussion, philosopher Jack Kwong, known for his work on emotions and reasoning, unpacks the complexities of hope. He explores whether it's virtuous to hope amid despair, asking if such feelings can lead to reckless decisions. Jack distinguishes between hoping and hopefulness, discusses how belief and desire influence hope, and critiques the notion of false hope. He also examines the role of external factors in shaping hopeful attitudes and argues that hope can profoundly affect identity and motivation.