Why YUVAL NOAH HARARI thinks modern society is on the brink of collapse
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Exploring Self-Understanding and Happiness
The chapter discusses the importance of self-knowledge in fostering happiness and resilience, emphasizing the role of direct observation and practical experiences over theoretical understanding. It highlights the significance of sensations and emotions in shaping our perception of reality and decision-making, contrasting Descartes' philosophical approach with a focus on the primacy of sensations in defining existence.
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