This author explores human nature and its philosophical implications. Their work focuses on the relationship between mind and body, emotions, and ethics. They strive to connect philosophical ideas with scientific findings to better understand what it means to be human. They challenge readers to reflect on the profound questions of existence.
Exploring the interplay between biology and psychology, the author argues against the deterministic view of DNA, emphasizing the power of nurture in shaping human behavior. This work highlights how environmental factors can enhance or even override biological predispositions, ultimately celebrating the complexity of human nature.
Gut reactions is an interdisciplinary defense of the claim that emotions are perceptions of changes in the body. The basic idea behind embodied appraisals is captured in the familiar notion of a gut reaction. Drawing a parallel between emotion consciousness and visual consciousness, this title shows that emotion is a form of perception.