Problem
Irrationalism
Experimental visualization of narrower problems
Other Names:
IrrationalityIrrational rationality
Nature:
This philosophical attitude believes that instincts, feelings and will are superior existential dimensions to reason. It implies that the world is devoid of meaning, that the reason is not capable of knowing the universe, that objective standards are ineffectual and that man is irrational by nature. Such a life posture, if taken to the extreme, can lead to spiritual void, contempt for established order and free living or, otherwise, to gullibility and narcissism.
Incidence:
Underlying many conflicts are irrational psychological currents. These add a powerful emotional charge to an otherwise minor problem or disagreement. These may include issues of jealousy, rivalry, attachment to past hurt.
Broader Problems:
Lack of control Narrower Problems:
Intellectual conflictIrrational land divisionsAvoidance of the irrationalIrrational religious beliefsInconsistent risk evaluationIrrational rejection of nuclear powerMismatch between theory and practical realityIrrational conscientious refusal of medical interventionIrrational fear of industrialization of developing countries Related Problems:
Rationalism Aggravates:
EnvyPhobiaConflictJealousyAbsurdityAttachmentContradictionUnbridled competitionInadequacy of doctrine Reduces:
Lack of reliance on intuition Strategies:
Coping with irrationality References:
Brinton, Maurice: Irrational in Politics Subject(s):
Innovative change → LogicRelated UN Sustainable Development Goals:
Problem Type:
F: Fuzzy exceptional problems Date of last update
04.10.2020 – 22:48 CEST