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Given the limitations of deriving moral directives solely from facts, the narrative framework provides an alternative. It offers interpretable paths that specify "how we should act" based on desired outcomes or goals. This aligns with the pragmatist philosophy, exemplified by William James, which suggests that truth is validated through practical utility and outcomes.
In this view, beliefs or interpretations are judged based on their success in producing the ends we seek—positive emotions, social harmony, or personal growth. For instance, when confronting a problem, one forms hypotheses or interpretations and tests them through action. If the results align with the goals, the interpretation is considered valid; if not, it is refined or discarded.