Sunday Speaker – Carly Schorman: The Ethics of Optimism: Approaching Hope as a Moral Imperative in the Modern World

Sunday Speaker Topic:  

 Carly Schorman: The Ethics of Optimism: Approaching Hope as a Moral Imperative in the Modern World

Description:

 Being a humanist in the 21st Century can get pretty depressing. In this conversation, we will explore a “toolbox” approach to shaping out a personal philosophy that helps individuals hold onto hope in times of despair. Defining optimism as a moral imperative can be the most effective tool in combatting the problems of modernity, including capitalism, technofeudalism, fascism, and the revocation of civil rights in the United States. A brief examination of ethical philosophy through this lens reveals the revolutionary power of hope.

Bio:

 Carly Schorman (she/her) was raised in a dusty stretch of desert not intended for human habitation. She received her undergraduate degree from ASU and her master’s degree in philosophy and religion from the California Institute of Integral Studies. She is a published novelist and has written for a number of publications and podcasts. At present, she is a deathcare professional, a member of the Society for Business Ethics, Chairperson for the Women in Business Council in Tempe, a panelist at this year’s Young Women’s Conference, and a current nominee for the Tempe Chamber of Commerce’s Businesswoman of the Year. Previous speaking engagements include the American Academy of Religion Western Conference, the Women’s International Peace Conference, and several guest spots on podcasts and radio, including NPR’s “The Show”.

Please Note:
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