Modern Wisdom #396 - Sebastian Junger - The Brutal History Of Freedom
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Nov 11, 2021 
Sebastian Junger, a renowned journalist, author, and filmmaker, shares gripping insights on the dynamics between freedom and community. He recounts his near-death experience, revealing profound reflections on mortality. Junger discusses how having children later in life can surprisingly enhance one’s sense of freedom. He also delves into historical tensions between individual liberty and societal needs, illustrating how freedom often flirts with tyranny. Expect a thought-provoking exploration of what it truly means to be free.
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Near-Death Experience
- Sebastian Junger nearly died from a ruptured pancreatic artery aneurysm.
- He lost three-quarters of his blood and saw his dead father during the experience.
Alternate Dimensions
- Junger, despite being an atheist, is open to the idea of unknown dimensions of reality.
- Threshold states like comas or ecstatic religious experiences might offer glimpses into these dimensions.
Premonition of Death
- For years, Junger had a premonition of dying before 60, despite being healthy.
- He had a nightmare about dying and leaving his family 36 hours before his near-death experience.
