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YUVAL NOAH HARARI: knowing the truth about yourself
Lives Well Lived
Exploring the Importance of Sensations in Defining Life and Existence
The essence of life lies in sensations, not just emotions. The ability to feel pleasant or unpleasant sensations is the core of existence. Wars, revolutions, and crises are driven by sensations, where the desire for more pleasant experiences and avoidance of unpleasant ones guides human behavior. Descartes' focus on thoughts rather than sensations led him astray in his quest for certainty. He doubted animals' sensations, likening them to intricate clocks lacking consciousness, a view that is not shared by contemporary understanding.
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