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Michael W. Austin Ph.D.

About

Michael W. Austin, Ph.D., is a professor of philosophy at Eastern Kentucky University. His latest book is God and Guns in America. Austin has published numerous books and journal articles related to ethics, philosophy of religion, philosophy of the family, and philosophy of sport. He speaks on these and a variety of other topics related to the connections between character and human fulfillment.

Books by Michael W. Austin Ph.D.
Recent Posts
How to Avoid Envy
Avoiding envy is the wisest and best course of action because it includes giving up the race for status or honor. Ultimately, that is a race to nowhere.
Why Virtue Ethics Matters
Many philosophers, past and present, contend that character is the most fundamental dimension of the moral life. This is a theory known as virtue ethics.
Communities of Critical Thinking

Advice from bell hooks on how to become better critical thinkers together.

Advice from bell hooks on how to become better critical thinkers together.

Do Guns Really Make Us Free?

Some arguments made by gun rights advocates would curtail important freedoms.

Some arguments made by gun rights advocates would curtail important freedoms.

Solving the Problem of Polarization

Becoming more compassionate is a crucial first step to solving the problem of polarization.

Becoming more compassionate is a crucial first step to solving the problem of polarization.

The First Step Toward Better Character

If we want to cultivate virtue in ourselves, it is important to flee our vices.

If we want to cultivate virtue in ourselves, it is important to flee our vices.

Drinking and Positive Psychology

The traits of prudence and self-regulation can help us keep alcohol in its proper place as we pursue a good and happy life.

The traits of prudence and self-regulation can help us keep alcohol in its proper place as we pursue a good and happy life.