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Now that is really complicated, then what is morality and ethics ? . We are being taught from the beginning that sharing is good and selfishness is bad. What you are saying is that We are basically selfish in nature. I m basically confused.
I am not saying we're selfish in nature. Quite the opposite. I was saying that a case could be made that we're generous and self-sacrificing for what could be considered selfish reasons, which is itself a strange paradox.
I think you're looking for a straightforward summary where none exists, sorry. Ethics and morality are abstract concepts, somewhat philosophical in nature. The fact that our brains have even evolved to the point where they can process and understand such things is remarkable in itself. But ethics and morality are often learned things, not 100% innate. Our brains may create an underlying desire to be liked, to be good, to be respected, and to achieve this we acquire the values of those around us, the culture we belong to. But culture is variable and ever-changing. Not too long ago it was perfectly ethical to keep slaves, now the opposite is true. And ethics and morals can also sometimes contradict each other. Consider the many cases where a powerful man has been accused of assault of a vulnerable woman. Supporting the powerless against the powerful and speaking up for victims is a morally and ethically valid stance. But, innocent until proven guilty is also a moral and ethical position to take. In this context, they are incompatible.
Our brains have evolved in a way that mean we feel concern and generosity towards others, and that harmony in our group/community/society is of vital importance. Our brains also seem to have evolved an innate sense of justice and fairness, according to many studies. Consider the 'Just world' bias, or that humans have an instinctive aversion to anyone achieving something via dishonest or selfish means, as these people threaten and disrupt group harmony. But we humans have evolved beyond the point where our behaviour is beholden to simple instinctive likes and wants. It is confusing, because there is no simple answer available.
Well, as you say in our brain doesn't like uncertainty and I believe knowledge regarding working of brain is still far from complete . I just wanna know where we are heading or to be more precise where are brain is heading in the cycle of evolution ? Sorry , for repeatedly asking questions :)
Sorry, I have literally no way of knowing that, and nor does anyone else.
I see, Thank you for your valuable information. I m looking forward for "the happy brain"
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Now that is really complicated, then what is morality and ethics ? . We are being taught from the beginning that sharing is good and selfishness is bad. What you are saying is that We are basically selfish in nature. I m basically confused.
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I am not saying we're selfish in nature. Quite the opposite. I was saying that a case could be made that we're generous and self-sacrificing for what could be considered selfish reasons, which is itself a strange paradox. I think you're looking for a straightforward summary where none exists, sorry. Ethics and morality are abstract concepts, somewhat philosophical in nature. The fact that our brains have even evolved to the point where they can process and understand such things is remarkable in itself. But ethics and morality are often learned things, not 100% innate. Our brains may create an underlying desire to be liked, to be good, to be respected, and to achieve this we acquire the values of those around us, the culture we belong to. But culture is variable and ever-changing. Not too long ago it was perfectly ethical to keep slaves, now the opposite is true. And ethics and morals can also sometimes contradict each other. Consider the many cases where a powerful man has been accused of assault of a vulnerable woman. Supporting the powerless against the powerful and speaking up for victims is a morally and ethically valid stance. But, innocent until proven guilty is also a moral and ethical position to take. In this context, they are incompatible.
Our brains have evolved in a way that mean we feel concern and generosity towards others, and that harmony in our group/community/society is of vital importance. Our brains also seem to have evolved an innate sense of justice and fairness, according to many studies. Consider the 'Just world' bias, or that humans have an instinctive aversion to anyone achieving something via dishonest or selfish means, as these people threaten and disrupt group harmony. But we humans have evolved beyond the point where our behaviour is beholden to simple instinctive likes and wants. It is confusing, because there is no simple answer available.
Well, as you say in our brain doesn't like uncertainty and I believe knowledge regarding working of brain is still far from complete . I just wanna know where we are heading or to be more precise where are brain is heading in the cycle of evolution ? Sorry , for repeatedly asking questions :)
Sorry, I have literally no way of knowing that, and nor does anyone else.
I see, Thank you for your valuable information. I m looking forward for "the happy brain"
