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I've always viewed morals as a tool to prevent you from doing things you regret, which are mistakes. Morals prevent you from making mistakes within a social setting.
I imagine most people don't steal simply because they view it as immoral, for example. Stealing from within your tribe would be a mistake, as you'd most likely face consequences. You have negative feelings when violating that moral code, as your brain is trying to keep you from making a mistake. The same way you get scared when you lean over a cliff or put your hand near a moving blade - negative feelings to keep you from making mistakes.
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[–] SilverStar 0 points 2 points 2 points (+2|-0) ago
I don't think so.
I've always viewed morals as a tool to prevent you from doing things you regret, which are mistakes. Morals prevent you from making mistakes within a social setting.
I imagine most people don't steal simply because they view it as immoral, for example. Stealing from within your tribe would be a mistake, as you'd most likely face consequences. You have negative feelings when violating that moral code, as your brain is trying to keep you from making a mistake. The same way you get scared when you lean over a cliff or put your hand near a moving blade - negative feelings to keep you from making mistakes.