Happier with Gretchen Rubin Little Happier: When Everything Changes, What Remains? The Mystery of Persistent Identity
Dec 16, 2024
Explore the intriguing question of identity: when everything changes, what remains the same? Dive into classic philosophical dilemmas like the Ship of Theseus and how they relate to our own transformations. Unpack how iconic characters and even our bodies evolve while still retaining a sense of continuity. This engaging discussion prompts deep reflection on the nature of existence and self.
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Ship of Theseus
- The Athenians preserved Theseus's ship by replacing decaying planks with new timber.
- This led to the philosophical question: Is it still the same ship?
Grand Shrine of Ise
- Japan's Grand Shrine of Ise is rebuilt every 20 years with the same design and materials.
- This raises the question of whether it remains the same shrine.
Tin Woodman
- In the Wizard of Oz, the Tin Woodman's body parts were gradually replaced with tin.
- This poses the question: Is he still the same person?
