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What does it mean?
Only natural things can lead to good.
In plain terms
Good comes from what is natural.
What can you take from it?
Align actions with natural order for positive outcomes.

Where it applies

  • diet choices
  • environmental policies

Putting it to work

  • choose natural foods
  • preserve ecosystems

Questions to consider

  • What defines 'natural' in modern life?
  • Can artificial things be good?

Another view

Human notions of 'natural' can be contested.

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