One of the deepest truths, [William] James said, was that we experience life as a divided self, torn by conflicting desires. Religious experiences are real and common, whether or not God exists, and these experiences often make people feel whole and at peace #JonathanHaidt

One of the deepest truths, [William] James said, was that we experience life as a divided self, torn by conflicting desires. Religious experiences are real and common, whether or not God exists, and these experiences often make people feel whole and at peace #JonathanHaidt

— English Quotes (@english_quotes) Jul 4, 2025