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What is the Rawlsian approach to justice? How does Rawls’s conception of justice differ from Immanuel Kant’s? John Rawls conceptualizes justice entirely in terms of reason. However, unlike Kant, who appeals to universal moral laws, Rawls focuses entirely on how a group of equally competent and entirely rational individuals would organize society. Keep reading to learn about Rawlsian theory of justice.
Are personal development blogs worth reading? Where can you find legitimate personal development advice that actually delivers? Though the personal development genre has gained somewhat of a bad reputation for offering impractical, wishy-washy advice and overblown promises, we shouldn’t entirely discredit it. After all, not all personal development is created equal. There are a lot of good personal development blogs that provide advice that is realistic, actionable, and non-gimmicky. In this article, we’ve rounded up the best personal development blogs and websites to inspire, motivate, and educate you on how you can create the best “you” possible.
Why are women attracted to rich men? Do you need to have a ton of money to be seen as an alpha in the eyes of women? It’s no secret that women prefer dominant men. Dominant alpha males command respect and are better able to provide protection for their offspring. One of the most telling signs of dominance in men is their financial success. With this in mind, here’s how you can increase your dominance status by leveling up your finances.
Why is it so hard to make decisions? What are some ways you can narrow down your options to make it easier to arrive at an optimal choice? Decision-making is difficult because nobody has access to perfectly accurate, comprehensive sources of information. Rather, our information is often messy and flawed, so we can’t always predict how our decisions will pan out. In this article, we’ll explore three types of decision-making models to recommend the best choice based on the complexity of the decision.
Why do most people breathe incorrectly? How does wrong breathing affect your brain and body? According to James Nestor, the author of Breath, the breathing problems experienced by millions of people today can be traced to how our sinuses and throats evolved over the ages. As a result, we developed a tendency to breathe suboptimally. In this article, you’ll learn why our bodies are poorly adapted to breathing and the two main ways that most of us breathe wrong.
Who is a “romanticizer” in the context of dating? How does being too romantic about dating prevent you from finding the right person? If you’re what Logan Ury calls a romanticizer, you approach dating with an attitude that your relationship happiness depends on whom you’re dating. In other words, you believe in the idea of a soulmate, thereby putting your happiness in the hands of fate rather than your own. Here’s why romanticizers don’t fare well in dating, according to Logan Ury.
Are you the kind of person who prefers a relationship to develop organically? Or do you intentionally decide whether, when, and how to move to the next stage? When it comes to moving to the next relationship milestone, there are two kinds of people: People who reactively “slide” into the next stage without giving it serious consideration and people who consciously “decide” to move into the next stage. In the long run, deciders tend to fare better. In this article, you’ll learn how to decide well at turning points in the relationship: defining the relationship, cohabitating, and getting married.
Is abortion ethical? Approaching the question from the opposite angle, is it ethical to deny women the right to abortion? Abortion is a morally contentious subject. In his book Justice, American political philosopher Michael Sandel examines the contemporary debates over abortion ethics by contrasting two opposing perspectives: the rational perspective and the moral-centric perspective. Let’s examine the argument for each.
How do you find the motivation to work on your goals? More importantly, how do you sustain motivation over time? The road to your goals can be long and arduous. Furthermore, when you’re working towards an ambitious goal, it’s all too easy to become so consumed by the daily grind that you lose motivation to keep going. In this article, you’ll learn about the psychology of goal motivation and how you can keep it up despite the obstacles that come up on your way.
Do you have weak lungs? What can you do to strengthen your lungs and increase their air capacity? According to James Nestor, there are two aspects to strengthening your respiratory system. First off, you need to train the diaphragm muscle that drives your breathing. Secondly, you need to strengthen the muscles and bones of the face that support your vital airways. Here is what to do to strengthen your breathing apparatus.