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brucey-baby t1_j9marg1 wrote

I will put fourth the idea that there is some form of innate morality. Best described by the golden and silver rules. I put this forward based only on my on personal experiences in life. Though being good vs feeling guilt and shame; seem obvious. I know you could argue that those are societally ingrained into me and I would say yes that is part of it. Though I would in turn point out that if there was not also a physical aspect that caused a natural sense of morality societies would have been very difficult to form. The understanding of mutual benefit comes from a sense of morality I think.

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brucey-baby t1_j9mbnpe wrote

Just to extend a bit further, I think it is actually more immoral behavior that societies ingrain into people. I think immoral behaviour is more learned behaviour and loss of self. As examples I will point to hatred racisim war selfishness. These things when created propogate themselves. I dont think any baby is born racist or wanting to invade another country.

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