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In modern society, individuals are expected to adhere to group norms, such as driving on the right side of the road to ensure safety.
25:54 - 29:49 (03:55)
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In modern society, individuals are expected to adhere to group norms, such as driving on the right side of the road to ensure safety. This tension between individual freedom and group rules has been present throughout human history.
ChapterThe Evolution of Freedom
Episode#396 - Sebastian Junger - The Brutal History Of Freedom
PodcastModern Wisdom
The idea of individual freedom is often an illusion as humans depend on each other for their basic needs.
29:50 - 34:58 (05:08)
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The idea of individual freedom is often an illusion as humans depend on each other for their basic needs. In the past, the main threat to freedom was enemy groups, while today, the power lies in the hands of oppressive leaders with armed security apparatuses.