Tragic Vision
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CORE DEFINITION
Also known as 'limited vision'. It holds that human nature has inherent flaws and limitations, and there are no perfect solutions in the world, only trade-offs. This contrasts with the 'utopian vision' that believes human nature can be reformed and the world can be perfectly designed.
SCAFFOLDING EFFECT
Reduce cognitive load
Lower expectations. When facing chronic problems such as poverty and crime, accept the tragic vision that 'we may never eradicate it, only control it'. This can prevent you from building a totalitarian hell in pursuit of a perfect utopia.
Anchor fast decisions
A perspective that acknowledges the fundamental injustice and limitations of the world, not attempting to smooth over suffering with cheap optimism. The mechanism is: facing finitude and conflict directly can give rise to prudence and compassion.
MINIMUM ACTION
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- en.wikipedia.orghttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A_Conflict_of_Visionsverified
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