#ef49

(EF49) Trying Too Hard: Why does it take near death — or near transcendence — to recognize that it’s the small moments which matter? Perhaps we don’t need to create meaning after all; it’s right in front of us at all times.

(EF49) Digital Racism: Like a sort of high-tech racism, Transhumanism is going to change the perception of those who aren’t upgraded.

(EF49) TechNeedle to the Vein: Technology is like a powerful drug. It can make you a better version of yourself. Or, it can make you miserable, dependent, and blind to reality; even worse, it can make you useless.

(EF49) Sledgehammer of the Gods: Technology enabled us to prosper, multiply and flourish. But it is becoming a sledgehammer for the wealthy to drive a massive wedge between themselves and the rest.

(EF49) Mount Superhuman: Even if we reach the transhumanism pinnacle — no work, no suffering, no dying — will our lives really be fulfilled?

(EF49) Control: Emotions are important and humans can’t make decisions without them, but overextend them and even conversation is useless.

(EF49) Amateur Illusionist: You didn’t pick your genes, culture, or environment. You can’t even control your next thought. Free will is an illusion … and not a very good one.

(EF49) Open Mind, Insert Possibility: The scientific method demands we be open to all possibilities, including ones we neither like nor understand.