Rethinking Normalcy
The conversation delves into how many societal norms, such as individualism and competition, are actually detrimental to human health and evolution. Gabor highlights that what we consider "normal" today—selfishness and aggression—contradicts our ancestral communal living, which was essential for survival. He argues that mental and physical illnesses often stem from abnormal societal conditions, suggesting that our understanding of health needs a profound reevaluation.In this clip
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