The Nature of Self
Life may feel too short, with a natural limit around 120 years, shaped by our biological capacity to remember. The discussion delves into the philosophical implications of memory and identity, questioning how we perceive ourselves over time. The analogy of the ship of Theseus highlights the complexities of continuity, as our cells regenerate and memories fade, prompting a deeper exploration of what it truly means to be "you."In this clip
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How To Cope With The Shortness Of Life - Dean Rickles | Modern Wisdom Podcast 568
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Is life short?
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How are memories able to change, and does perception affect memory in the episode How To Cope With The Shortness Of Life - Dean Rickles | Modern Wisdom Podcast 568 and the clip Identity and Memory? Also, how do these concepts relate to episode 655: David Eagleman | How Our Brains Construct Reality and the clip Memory and Identity?