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Three Recommendations

Below are two links to fascinating lectures by Jonathan Haidt on morality and human culture. He helps us understand the moral sense of different political points of view. He explains Republicans to Democrats and Democrats to Republicans, for example.

For me, I have enjoyed the insight created by Haidt's work. I have a better understanding of points of view that I fail to comprehend. That knowledge provides comfort, yes, but at its core, it generates tolerance.

Tolerance and understanding are powerful forces to civilize impassioned conflict.

During the holiday seasons, many get togethers are at risk of disruptive arguments about politics, religion, family history, lifestyle, and so. We all utter the silent plea, Why can't we just get along?

Haidt explains:

TED: Jonathan Haidt on the moral roots of liberals and conservatives.

The Science Network: Jonathan Haidt - This is Your Brain on Morality.

A great holiday gift: The Happiness Hypothesis by Jonathan Haidt. A link to my review: The Happiness Hypothesis: Great Book.