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Feb 2, 2026 38 min

Morals as functional theatre?

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What if morals are functional theatre? For us? For others? What if they really aren't about what is good or right conduct? What if that's just the story? And how we embody & live out the story, is entirely different? And what if those inconsistencies are less about good & evil and instead evidence of moving parts - different cognitive infrastructure, storytelling, & sociological signaling? All moving according to inputs, context, & time? Resources & Notes: The four tethers referenced in the example given: • Hierarchy over mutuality • Rules-based legitimacy over contextual assessment/judgment • Order over ambiguity • Certainty over accuracy This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit heldinmotion.substack.com

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