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Reassessing Mandela is a reminder that even the most admired leaders operate within constraints.
The ancient Greek word phronesis means practical wisdom. It’s about choosing the right action at the right time for the right reasons, helping you apply the other virtues correctly.
The word ‘meekness’ might seem old-fashioned – and not a positive trait. But understanding its original meaning can identify an important virtue.
German philosopher Paul Tillich’s writings about affirming oneself in the face of anxiety, repression and meaninglessness ring as true today as in the 1950s.
Being open to the possibility you could be wrong about your beliefs is an important part of learning about the world. But this trait is not enough on its own.
A scholar of ancient Greek philosophy writes about Aristotle’s timeless advice on how to nurture and keep friendships.
Diagnosis is more than the medical process of identifying an illness. It’s a social agreement about what counts as disease and a storytelling tool to make sense of dysfunction.
It all started to unravel for the prime minister when the French president accused him of lying to him.
Though it was exceedingly grating, the late comedian was able to perfect a sound that worked in tandem with his brand of humor.
Good-character testimonies from some people don’t shield a person from being questioned about whether they have sexually harassed others.
Sen. Mitt Romney of Utah is one of the very few GOP critics of President Trump’s character and leadership. Why has he staked out this lonely position? His Mormon faith.
A philosopher argues that moral responsibility for past transgressions can actually change over time. The test lies in how deeply an individual has changed.
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Instructor of Philosophy, Arizona State University
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Senior Research Fellow, Centre for Advancing Journalism, The University of Melbourne
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Professor of Theatre and Dance, University of South Carolina
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PhD Candidate in Philosophy, McGill University
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Professor of Psychology & Senior Research Fellow, Program for Leadership and Character, Wake Forest University
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Professor of Political Science, Utica University
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Professor of Health, Te Herenga Waka — Victoria University of Wellington
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Associate Professor of Ancient Greek Philosophy, Michigan State University
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Professor of Philosophy, University of St. Thomas
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Professor of Education, Quinnipiac University
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Professor of Political Studies, University of Cape Town