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#726: Hugh Howey, Author of Silo and Wool — A Masterclass on Writing, Unorthodox Self-Publishing, and Living in The AI Age

The Tim Ferriss Show

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Understanding the Persistence of Religion

The persistence of religion over time, despite persecution, raises questions about an inherent evolutionary drive towards religion. While religion is deemed a benign superstition compared to extreme conspiracy theories like QAnon, it can also blur the lines of reality. Observing the gap left by a decline in religious belief as a contributing factor to the rise of conspiracy theories, the concept of worshipping something is highlighted as essential, where self-awareness of one's worship is crucial.

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