Magnus Pharao Hansen

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We have evolved a much more complex ability to predict future events than other species. This gives us a unique possibility for taking on a proactive role in improving the world for all species.
Without empathy each human being is isolated from social experience. Empathy is a prerequisite for communication, and for achieving peaceful and stable social relations. And hence for achieving the full potential of each human being.
Because nature tends to produce cycles of growth and decay, each of which fulfills and integral function in universal ecology.
Because strong social relations make it easier for humans to grow and fulfill their own potential and help others fulfill theirs.
We cannot have finite or objective knowledge of the world. Knowledge comes from interpreting sensory input in relation to previous interpretations of sensory input and to a system of assumptions about the world based on those interpretations. Truth therefore does not exist.
Through language we have access to the experiences and interpretations of others. This allows us accumulate knowledge between individuals and across generations.
If we all act with both our own and others benefit in mind, the maximum degree of social balance and human potential will be achieved.
Self interest guides our actions, combined with empathy we can extrapolate our interests to understand the interests of others in our group. Sometimes sacrificing some of our own resources improves the overall balance and moves the species closer to the highest potential good.
Because if one person is not allowed to develop their full potential that is a waste of human resources.

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