Comp - Simone Muller (Maringa-PR)

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Compatibility - Simone Müller Compatibility is a concept that has been extensively debated by philosophers and ethicists. It suggests that free will can be reconciled with determinism, allowing individuals to make choices while still being part of the causal chain of events. This idea gained popularity through the work of philosopher Daniel Dennett, who argued that our decisions are the result of internal deliberations that cannot be reduced to mere brain states. The core argument in favor of compatibility is that it preserves moral responsibility. If humans have no control over their choices, then they cannot be held accountable for them. However, if we assume that humans do make decisions based on reasons and desires, then it's possible to argue that they are responsible for those choices. Critics of compatibilism point out that it can lead to a form of "soft determinism," where our choices may seem free but are ultimately determined by factors outside of our control. This could undermine the idea of personal responsibility and moral agency. Despite these criticisms, compatibilism remains a widely discussed topic in philosophy. It offers a way to reconcile the human experience of making choices with the scientific understanding that our brains function according to deterministic laws.