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Information Overload and Ancient Wisdom
The amount of information that people receive today is infinitely more than that of peasants living in rural England a thousand years ago, but does it make us wiser? Looking at the wisdom of ancient cultures, such as their approach to death and advancements in astronomy, may provide insight into what we can learn from them.
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Understanding the rituals, beliefs, and observations of ancient cultures can help us approach life and death with a different mindset, focusing on celebration rather than fear.
30:35 - 34:07 (03:32)
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Understanding the rituals, beliefs, and observations of ancient cultures can help us approach life and death with a different mindset, focusing on celebration rather than fear. However, our modern society is still plagued by superstitious beliefs, such as luck and the paranormal.
ChapterInformation Overload and Ancient Wisdom
EpisodeDigging Up the Past with Sarah Parcak
PodcastA Bit of Optimism
The amount of information a modern-day person receives in one day is equivalent to someone's lifetime in rural England over 1,000 years ago.
34:07 - 36:01 (01:53)
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The amount of information a modern-day person receives in one day is equivalent to someone's lifetime in rural England over 1,000 years ago. The abundance of information has resulted in shifts in society and culture, making communities and courage more essential than ever.