Empathy is the secret ingredient that makes cooperation – and civilization – possible
- Written by Arunas L. Radzvilavicius, Postdoctoral Researcher of Evolutionary Biology, University of Pennsylvania
What goes into all for one and one for all?Africa Studio/Shutterstock.comHuman societies are so prosperous mostly because of how altruistic we are. Unlike other animals, people cooperate even with complete strangers. We share knowledge on Wikipedia, we show up to vote, and we work together to responsibly manage natural resources.
But where do these...
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