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Aug 5, 2013
"When you know a thing, to hold that you know it, and when you do not know a thing, to allow that you do not know it -- this is knowledge." --Confucius
35 Scientific Concepts That Will Help You Understand Life
"In order to sharpen our reasoning skills, we must have a good grasp of our own cognitive biases, as well as the basic laws of the universe. But in a dynamic world, new laws are constantly emerging." How do we keep pace with humanity's changing understanding of ourselves and the universe? Thankfully, Edge.org has interviewed hundreds of the world's most influential thinkers, including neuroscientists, physicists and mathematicians, distilling their collective knowledge into nearly 200 essays. Read distillations of the top 35 concepts here.
BE THE CHANGE
What don't you know? Make an effort to seek out somebody who doesn't see the world the way you do, and strike up a meaningful conversation with them. Try to listen closely - they may help highlight blind spots in your perspectives and understanding!
