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Working With Our Hands
May 3, 2024
Nate Marshall discusses the importance of trade work and working with our hands for personal and societal benefits. Topics include the role of hands in connecting with the world, the impact of technology, the power of hands-on activities for well-being, and the concept of work-life balance and Sabbath.
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- Engaging in manual labor enhances self-awareness and agency through the connection with the physical world.
- Understanding the purpose and design of tools impacts how we interact with our environment, blurring the line between technology and tools.
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The Importance of Using Our Hands
Using our hands is essential as it allows us to navigate and interact with the material world around us. Our bodies, especially our hands, facilitate our connection with the environment and help us build or repair it. This physical engagement with the world promotes a deeper understanding of ourselves and our surroundings. Through manual labor, we establish a tangible link to our existence and enhance our cognitive and emotional capacities.
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