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Monsters, Spotted: The 229th Evolutionary Lens with Bret Weinstein and Heather Heying

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Evolution of Language and Precision

The distinction between terms of art and common parlance lies in the explicit definitions of terms of art, which are consciously changed over time. Language evolution causes common parlance terms to evolve but also become imprecise due to widespread and imprecise usage. This evolution leads to a loss of precision in words, making them blunt tools for communication, hindering effective discussions on important matters. Empathy, in this context, involves understanding another person's feelings and actions by processing their data through one's mind, which is deemed advantageous.

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