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The Dangers of Attempting to Alter Our Fundamental Nature
1:02:58 - 1:15:06 (12:08)
The idea of altering ourselves as a species seems like a high bar to prove and a dangerous idea. However, human civilization accumulates lessons and learns from history over time to become better, even though there are people who never act their best selves in the short term.
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The idea of fundamentally changing our species is a dangerous one, as it brings up questions about who would be responsible and the value of individuals or freedom.
1:02:58 - 1:08:17 (05:18)
Summary
The idea of fundamentally changing our species is a dangerous one, as it brings up questions about who would be responsible and the value of individuals or freedom. Despite this, human civilization accumulates lessons over time, leading to progress and improvement.
ChapterThe Dangers of Attempting to Alter Our Fundamental Nature
Episode#169 – Ryan Hall: Solving Martial Arts from First Principles
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
This podcast episode explores the philosophical underpinnings of the libertarian viewpoint on individual freedom and respect for differing experiences, including the idea of leaving others alone unless they are trying to hurt you.
1:08:17 - 1:12:20 (04:03)
Summary
This podcast episode explores the philosophical underpinnings of the libertarian viewpoint on individual freedom and respect for differing experiences, including the idea of leaving others alone unless they are trying to hurt you.
ChapterThe Dangers of Attempting to Alter Our Fundamental Nature
Episode#169 – Ryan Hall: Solving Martial Arts from First Principles
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
Many people focus on global problems that seem impossible to solve instead of making a positive change within themselves.
1:12:20 - 1:15:06 (02:46)
Summary
Many people focus on global problems that seem impossible to solve instead of making a positive change within themselves. Muhammad Ali once said that service to others is the price you pay for your rent here on earth.