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by Marietta McCarty

Giving the Benefit of the Doubt

By Marietta McCarty on November 29, 2009 in Life Saving Philosophy

In talking with child and adult philosophers about the importance of developing empathy, of maintaining a compassionate nature, we spend a considerable amount of time trying to uncover why empathetic identification with others doesn't come more easily. Read More

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Marietta McCarty

Marietta McCarty is the author of Little Big Minds: Sharing Philosophy With Kids and How Philosophy Can Save Your Life: 10 Ideas That Matter Most.

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