The Blank Slate: The Modern Denial Of Human Nature | 8K |

The fear that we aren't responsible for our actions. The Reality of Human Nature

The fear that biological differences justify discrimination. The Blank Slate: The Modern Denial of Human Nature

The fear that if we are "wired" a certain way, we can’t improve society. The fear that we aren't responsible for our actions

The romanticized notion that humans are naturally selfless and peaceful, and that greed or violence are purely "corruptions" of society. The Blank Slate: The Modern Denial of Human Nature

The idea that the "soul" or "will" exists entirely separate from the biological functions of the brain. Why the Denial?

Pinker’s central argument is that , but ignoring it is a mistake. By understanding the "knobs and levers" of human nature, we can design better social policies and have a more honest conversation about why we do what we do.