10% Happier with Dan Harris Neil DeGrasse Tyson on Why Having a “Cosmic Perspective” Will Help You Do Life Better
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May 1, 2023 
Neil deGrasse Tyson, the renowned astrophysicist and director of the Hayden Planetarium, shares captivating insights about how a scientific perspective can enrich our lives. He discusses the significance of intellectual humility and how confronting our mortality can give life more meaning. Tyson examines the impact of social media on society and whether we might be living in a simulation. His personal strategies for mental health and the quest for intelligent life beyond Earth provide listeners with food for thought and inspiration.
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Comet Preacher
- At 14, Neil deGrasse Tyson encountered a street preacher warning of a comet.
- This sparked Tyson's interest in calibrating societal beliefs with objective truths.
Objective Truths
- Objective truths should guide opinions, not personal biases.
- Debates should prioritize truth-seeking, not defending pre-determined positions.
Humility and Human Nature
- Intellectual and emotional humility are crucial.
- Most people are not scientists and may struggle with applying rational approaches.
