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In this blog post, we take an in-depth look at whether the emotions that arise from comparing yourself to others can be a driving force for growth rather than self-blame.   Humans live their lives seeing and feeling many things every moment of every day. In the process, it is natural to make comparisons. These comparisons are also made in the course of interacting with those around us. We...

In this blog post, we take an in-depth look at which is more important: the right to life of the fetus or the mother’s right to self-determination in cases of abortion.   Carrying a life inside you and giving birth to a child who resembles you seems to be one of the most precious and happiest things in the world. However, the question of when a baby in the womb can be considered a...

In this blog post, we will examine whether students who want to become doctors are making selfish choices, along with the background and reality behind their decisions.   I heard that a friend majoring in life sciences was accepted into Sungkyunkwan University’s Graduate School of Medicine (hereinafter referred to as “GSMC”) through rolling admissions. Next year will be the last year...

In this blog post, we will examine whether morality stems from reason or emotion, focusing on Adam Smith’s theory of moral sentiment.   What is the hidden nature inherent in humans that ensures order and harmony in a society of free individuals? In 18th-century England, there were two approaches to this question: one sought the principles of social order in individual reason, while the...

In this blog post, we explore whether altruistic behavior stems from genuine goodwill or is a strategy for self-interest.   Most of us who live in society know how to help and cooperate with others. We are aware that altruistic behavior does not necessarily bring benefits to ourselves. However, we may not have ever thought about why we behave altruistically. This question has been studied...

In this blog post, we will look at the differences between imitation in humans and animals to see how imitation goes beyond simple copying to become a key part of the development of civilization.   Imitation refers to observing new or non-innate behaviors and replicating those behaviors, which necessarily involves observation and learning. The concept of imitation can be better understood by...

In this blog post, we explore in depth how genetic intervention by parents affects the free will and human dignity of their children.   Introduction Advances in biotechnology, particularly genetic engineering, are making things possible that were impossible in the past. Technologies that manipulate and control human genes to create desired humans or enhance certain traits are no longer a...

In this blog post, we will examine how humans have responded to existential anxiety arising from contradictions with absolute existence and conflicts between individuals through the lens of philosophical thought.   Humans exist as individuals regardless of their own will, and are destined to disappear without knowing where they are headed. This existential anxiety that humans face can be...

In this blog post, we will look at how infants and toddlers learn to read without knowing letters, the importance of the preparatory stage of reading, and the development process.   Unlike listening and speaking, reading is often thought to begin only after infants and toddlers learn letters. However, most studies on reading development suggest that reading development begins even before...

In this blog post, we explore whether altruistic behavior stems from genuine feelings or strategic calculations, focusing on the “costly signaling” hypothesis.   Why do humans engage in altruistic behavior? Why do humans engage in altruistic behavior? There have been many studies and hypotheses on this topic. However, there is still no clear answer. This is because altruistic behavior is far...