The Symbolic Species | Terrence Deacon
Planet: Critical
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Evolution of Language and Symbolism in Human Biology
This chapter explores the co-evolution of language and human biology, emphasizing the symbiotic relationship between humans and symbolic communication. It discusses the impact of symbolic communication on human cognition, development, and well-being, as well as how language has fundamentally shaped the human nervous system over millions of years. The conversation also delves into the simplification of symbols, the reliance on external technology, and the addictive nature of ideologies in society.
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