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"如果我们的福祉不仅对我们自己有价值,而且对他人也有价值,那么道德观念就不能是主观的。"

Sam Harris

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When we care about our own happiness, and also know that our happiness affects others, it means that right and wrong are not just personal choices. Think about a family: if one person is unhappy or hurt, it impacts everyone. So, being kind and fair isn't just about what feels good for you personally—it's also about how your actions make others feel. If you lie or cheat, it might help you in the short term, but it hurts others and can make them distrust you. Good behavior is about creating a better environment for everyone, not just yourself. This helps you understand that moral decisions have a wider impact, beyond just one person's perspective.

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