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Within Reason
#2 — Michael Shermer | Death, How To Avoid It, and Why You Shouldn't be Afraid
Apr 11, 2019
Dr. Michael Shermer discusses death, immortality, and why we shouldn't fear it. Topics include dualism, self-awareness, motivation in relation to life expectancy and goal achievement, resource allocation for life extension, preserving human consciousness through cryonics and mind uploading, cryonics affordability and feasibility, and navigating nihilism, immortality, and academic pursuits in the face of mortality.
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- Exploring concepts of immortality beyond religious beliefs through cryonics and transhumanism.
- Religion's role in promoting moral behavior in communities, rather than driven solely by fear of death.
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The Main Focus of the Book - Achieving Immortality Through Scientific Means
The book 'Heavens on Earth' explores scientific attempts at achieving immortality, moving beyond religious views on the afterlife. It delves into concepts like cryonics and transhumanism, aiming to fulfill the age-old dream of living forever. Dr. Shermer investigates the psychology behind humanity's desire for immortality, noting how unique our awareness of mortality is compared to other species.
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