No Freewill, No Purpose, No God? - How Society Makes Us Feel Lost In Life | Robert Sapolsky
Tom Bilyeu・2 minutes read
Evolutionists discuss human optimization for survival over accuracy, highlighting modern life challenges and the impact of biology and neuroplasticity on behavior. Concepts like free will, societal influences, and the role of dopamine in motivation are explored in relation to human behavior and societal structures.
Insights
- Humans are optimized for survival rather than accuracy, posing challenges in modern life.
- The absence of free will and God is discussed by biologist Robert Spolski, focusing on life improvement.
- Neuroplasticity is crucial for understanding brain changes and behavior influence.
- Evolutionary perspectives on aggression and violence, as well as the complexity of human behavior beyond evolutionary explanations, showcase the variability of human actions.
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What is neuroplasticity?
The brain's ability to change and influence behavior.
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