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The Knights Templar
The Templars and Banking
AI Key Takeaways
- The Templars became bankers on a very large scale.
- They became well suited to protecting valuable items and providing safe deposit facilities for them.
- They became popular among knights who were interested in crusading and defence of the faith.
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#139 Laurie Santos: The Pursuit of Happiness
Our Minds Lie To Us About What Makes Us Happy
AI Key Takeaways
- Many people put effort into trying to be happy, but still struggle
- Misconceptions about what will make us happy often lead to disappointment
- Our minds can deceive us about what will bring true happiness
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What Alcohol Does to Your Body, Brain & Health
Alcohol Consumption and Brain Degeneration
AI Key Takeaways
- Drinking alcohol can have negative effects on the brain, even for people who drink low to moderate amounts.
- This was shown by a recent study which looked at the brains of more than 35,000 people in the UK.
- Even for people who drank one or two drinks per day, their gray matter and white matter volumes were still affected.
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What Alcohol Does to Your Body, Brain & Health
The Effects of Alcohol on Serotonin Levels
AI Key Takeaways
- Alcohol can cause serotonin levels to drop, leading to feelings of depression and decreased wellbeing.
- Alcohol can be addictive and lead to continued consumption in an attempt to restore feelings of wellbeing.
- Alcohol can be toxic to the brain and have negative effects on serotonin levels and mood circuits.
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Magic and possibility
Magical technology! What's new?
AI Key Takeaways
- Technology has advanced so much that it has outdone our imagination, leading to a culture where we are no longer excited about the future.
- One example of this is that science fiction in movies and television has not depicted anything breathtaking in the future in a while.
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