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Ep 342: Vitalik Buterin Fights the Dragon-Tyrant

The Seen and the Unseen - hosted by Amit Varma

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The Philosophy of Acceptance and Stockholm Syndrome

The philosophy of acceptance is akin to Stockholm syndrome, where individuals in hopeless situations develop a defense mechanism to justify their circumstances. This mindset is prevalent in authoritarian environments where people accept the status quo due to a lack of perceived practical solutions. This acceptance is a means of maintaining sanity and finding reasons to believe the current situation is acceptable. Throughout history, this acceptance has been ingrained, as many organisms and cultures have adapted to mortality and fixed lifespans, leading to a sense of acceptance and normalization of the circumstances.

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