COMPASSION

Affirmation of life is the spiritual act by which man ceases to live thoughtlessly and begins to devote himself to his life
with reverence in order to give it true value.
— Albert Schweitzer

5/21/2013

Peter Singer: The why and how of effective altruism





Published on May 20, 2013

If you're lucky enough to live without want, it's a natural impulse to help others in need. 

But, asks philosopher Peter Singer, what's the most effective way to give charitably? 

He talks through some surprising thought experiments to help you balance emotion and practicality -- and make the biggest impact with whatever you can share.

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