Tag Archives: Benjamin Franklin

Humility and Tolerance Go Together

Posted on December 1, 2020 by N.S. Palmer

Name an issue: Immigration. Abortion. Free speech. Lockdowns. Riots. Race relations. Many people are absolutely sure that they know what the problems and solutions are. If you don’t agree with them, then they think you must be ignorant, stupid, or … Continue reading →

Posted in Human Relations, Life | Tagged Arrogance, Benjamin Franklin, Humility, Intellectual humility, Intolerance, Rational disagreement, Rationality, Tolerance, Wisdom | Leave a comment

Have Happy Relationships in 2019

Posted on January 5, 2019 by N.S. Palmer

Human beings are social animals. To be our best selves, we need other people. But those relationships demand work, patience, and understanding. How can you make your relationships as happy as possible in 2019? Think about three things: You, the … Continue reading →

Posted in Human Relations, Life, Psychology | Tagged Benjamin Franklin, Bertrand Russell, Forgiveness, Friendship, Happiness, Happy marriage, How to be happy, love, Marriage, Relationships | Leave a comment

Ben Franklin’s Jewish Values

Posted on November 6, 2016 by N.S. Palmer

My latest blog post for The Jewish Journal: American founder Benjamin Franklin (1706-1790) wasn’t Jewish, but he might as well have been. He shared many of Judaism’s key moral values. One of our most central values is moral seriousness: the … Continue reading →