Derek Parfit quotes

We might neglect our future selves because of some failure of belief or imagination. (Derek Parfit)
My life seemed like a glass tunnel, through which I was moving faster every year, and at the end of which there was darkness. When I changed my view, the walls of my glass tunnel disappeared. I now live in the open air. View quote
Derek Parfit
To be a person, a being must be self-conscious, aware of its identity and its continued existence over time. View quote
Derek Parfit
Even if moral truths cannot affect people, they can still be truths. View quote
Derek Parfit
On all plausible theories, everyone's well-being consists at least in part in being happy, and avoiding suffering. View quote
Derek Parfit

Derek Parfit

Occupation: Philosopher
Quotes count: 5

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