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Posted by on Feb 29, 2024 in Philosophy and ethics | 0 comments

1. Antropology (a general reflection on humandkind) states that human beings are multifaceted, and defines three areas of research:

> Physical anthropology is concerned with the biological aspects of human beings.

> Cultural anthropology studies human societies and cultures, and their development.

> Philosophical anthropology studies the origin and essence of human beings.

• The principle of cultural diversity:
No culture is superior to another. This helps avoid ethnocentrism and encourages

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Responsibility, Conduct, and Ethical Theories Explained

Posted by on Feb 28, 2024 in Philosophy and ethics | 0 comments

Responsibility and Conscious Actions

Are we responsible for everything we do? Explain. We are responsible for the actions that we do consciously and voluntarily. Responsibility means that we must face the consequences and repair the damage.

Difference Between Conduct and Actions

What is the difference between conduct and actions? Which faculties are involved in human action? Conduct is a natural behavior driven by instincts. Animals hunt, and this is part of their conduct. Action is a complex behavior

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Philosophical Concepts and Anthropological Theories

Posted by on Feb 28, 2024 in Philosophy and ethics | 0 comments

Accidental Property: quality that completes or perfects an object or being but is not essential.

Acculturation: process by which the members of a culture incorporate the features of a different culture

Anthropocentrism: doctrine that positions human beings at the centre of philosophical reflection

Anthropologic Dualism: philosophical doctrine that claims that human beings are made up of two realities: body and mind.

Anthropomorphism: the attribution of human characteristics and properties to non-human

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Philosophical Terms and Concepts Explained

Posted by on Feb 17, 2024 in Philosophy and ethics | 0 comments

Philosophical Terms

Accidental property: Quality that completes or perfects an object or being. However, if this quality is removed, the essence of the object or being is not compromised or changed.

Acculturation: Process by which the members of a culture incorporate the features of a different culture.

Anthropocentrism: Doctrine that positions human beings at the center of philosophical reflection.

Anthropologic dualism: Philosophical doctrine that claims that human beings are made up of two realities:

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Mastering Habits for Long-Term Success

Posted by on Feb 9, 2024 in Philosophy and ethics | 0 comments

Atomic Habits by James Clear

Chapter 1: The Surprising Power of Tiny Habits

  • “Success is the product of daily habits—not once-in-a-lifetime transformations.
  • You should be far more concerned with your current trajectory than with your current results.
  • Your outcomes are a lagging measure of your habits. Your net worth is a lagging measure of your financial habits. Your weight is a lagging measure of your eating habits. Your knowledge is a lagging measure of your learning habits. Your clutter is a lagging
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Ethical Principles in Professions

Posted by on Feb 4, 2024 in Philosophy and ethics | 0 comments

Bayles–
Necessary conditions for a profession

1. Extensive training (knowledge)
2. Intellectual training (guidance on how to use knowledge)
3. Provides important services to society
Barber–
Account of professional behavior
1. Generalized and systematic knowledge
2. Works b/c community devotion, not self-interest
3. Discipline/field self-polices using codes of ethics
4. Rewards system (monetary and honorary)
Utilitarianism –
ULTIMATE VALUE = happiness
Bentham says happiness is more pleasure, less pain; Mill says
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