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#707 - Morgan Housel - 9 Timeless Lessons About Human Psychology

Modern Wisdom

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The Unpredictability of Major Events and the Fragility of History

This chapter discusses the unpredictability of major events that have changed the course of history and the fragility of historical circumstances. It emphasizes the difficulty of predicting these events, such as World War II, 9/11, and COVID-19, and highlights the profound impact slight changes in circumstances can have. The speaker stresses the importance of humility and acknowledges the countless unforeseen factors that shape our future.

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