Chapter
Finding Meaning in Mortality
1:33:13 - 1:39:22 (06:08)
Embracing the knowledge of one's mortality can add purpose and urgency to life, encouraging appreciation of the present moment and a desire to leave a meaningful legacy.
Clips
Neil deGrasse Tyson talks about how his perspective on death changed after becoming an atheist and the importance of having a cosmic perspective and being rational about science in these polarized times.
1:33:13 - 1:35:29 (02:16)
Summary
Neil deGrasse Tyson talks about how his perspective on death changed after becoming an atheist and the importance of having a cosmic perspective and being rational about science in these polarized times. He also mentions Galileo and his contribution to astronomy.
ChapterFinding Meaning in Mortality
EpisodeE205: Neil deGrasse Tyson: DO THIS Every Morning To Find Happiness & Meaning In Your Life
PodcastThe Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett
Life expectancy has increased by 20 years in the last 50 years and 5 years in the last decade, but the importance of genuine gestures remains paramount, as exemplified by giving plastic flowers to a loved one.
1:35:29 - 1:37:30 (02:01)
Summary
Life expectancy has increased by 20 years in the last 50 years and 5 years in the last decade, but the importance of genuine gestures remains paramount, as exemplified by giving plastic flowers to a loved one.
ChapterFinding Meaning in Mortality
EpisodeE205: Neil deGrasse Tyson: DO THIS Every Morning To Find Happiness & Meaning In Your Life
PodcastThe Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett
The fact that flowers die is what gives them meaning as a gift, and the knowledge of our mortality gives urgency and importance to our lives.
1:37:32 - 1:39:22 (01:49)
Summary
The fact that flowers die is what gives them meaning as a gift, and the knowledge of our mortality gives urgency and importance to our lives.