Summary: Philosopher Diana Hsieh answers questions on practical ethics and living well in a live webcast every Sunday morning. For details, visit: http://www.PhilosophyInAction.com/ This week, she discussed rationality in face of overwhelming emotions, the value of reading literature, balancing introspection and productive work, optimism or pessimism about the future, and more. * Introduction (0:00) * Question 1: Rationality in Face of Overwhelming Emotions (4:24) * Question 2: The Value of Reading Literature (19:20) * Question 3: Balancing Introspection and Productive Work (34:13) * Question 4: Optimism or Pessimism about the Future (40:59) * Rapid Fire Questions (57:30) * Conclusion (1:11:46)
