Such an eye-opening read! We often obsess over physical health but overlook the mental diet we consume daily through screens. Dr. Cytowic’s reminder that our brains haven’t evolved to handle this constant flood of stimuli really hits home. Loved the practical advice on protecting our cognitive energy, especially the part about savoring silence and nature. Definitely something I’ll be more intentional about moving forward!
Thank you, Richard, for this thoughtful and eye-opening exploration of how our ancient brain struggles in today’s screen-driven world. Your insights offer a crucial reminder of our cognitive limits and practical ways to protect our mental energy. Grateful for your important work!
The purported energy crisis is but a grand illusion; "energy is neither lost nor destroyed, only transformed." The law of conservation of energy affirms that within an isolated system, the total energy remains constant. Our planet constitutes a closed system, and it is a well-established fact that no human has set foot on the Moon. The images often shown to the gullible populace are fabricated; in reality, someone with a camera arrived earlier to document the landing. Elon Musk aspires to colonize Mars, yet it remains unclear why he intends to send others in his stead. Similarly, the theory of implanted chips in the brain reflects the same dubiousness. In my opinion, you should employ the scant remaining intelligence you possess before engaging in thoughtless chatter amongst yourselves.
It remains uncertain why some individuals find it rewarding to discuss matters that distort the truth, such as the misconception that our ancestors were primitive barbarians during the Stone Age. When we examine our reconstructed history with an open mind, we realize that our current knowledge is inherently limited, much like artificial intelligence itself. We have uncovered remnants of civilizations so advanced that they defy comprehension, yet we also acknowledge the existence of a primitive, ignorant era—an era that, paradoxically, is still propagated through educational institutions as brainwashing. Moreover, the phenomenon persists unabated across social platforms, where signs of ignorance and folly are evident everywhere.
How do "official" historians justify the astonishing engineering, astronomical, urban planning, and architectural marvels created by ancient civilizations—structures that continue to awe us today—allegedly constructed with mere stone tools and bronze implements?
Indeed, many believe this to be an insurmountable leap, or even an excessive number of "coincidences," to simply dismiss with the explanation that their technology was undeveloped—merely a matter of having ample time and large populations.
What remains perplexing to many—and perhaps to you as well—is how they carved flawless granite blocks using copper tools, which are substantially softer.
How did they position multi-ton stones with millimeter precision?
Why do some pyramids align so precisely with constellations or geographic coordinate systems—as if they employed satellite navigation?
Why do we observe identical architectural principles across Egyptian, South American, and Mesopotamian cultures—spanning continents?
And indeed, it is impossible to construct multi-million-ton precision structures with mere stone axes; at least, we have yet to replicate such feats with the same tools in the present day.
Alternative perspectives, often shunned by mainstream discourse, include the following:
**Lost Advanced Civilizations:** Perhaps an earlier civilization once thrived, leaving behind almost entirely vanished traces—such as Atlantis or other global cultures—yet their engineering knowledge persisted in fragmented form within subsequent societies.
**Ancient Superior Technology:** Certain theories propose that ancient peoples possessed sophisticated techniques—such as vibration-based stone carving or sound-frequency levitation—that have since been lost or beyond our current understanding.
**Extraterrestrial Intervention (the most contentious):** Some posit that these ancient structures were constructed with external aid—possibly from alien civilizations. This idea is woven into numerous mythologies, suggesting that "gods descended from the heavens and taught humanity how to build, write, and cultivate the land."
So, what is the ultimate truth?
It is likely that the historical narrative is more intricate and nuanced than what official texts suggest. There is no need to immediately attribute these accomplishments to extraterrestrial beings, nor is it necessary to accept the simplistic notion that "pyramids were built with stone axes, and that’s all." Instead, it is possible that:
- Ancient knowledge was genuinely more advanced than we currently believe,
- We collectively underestimate the capabilities of our ancestors,
- Or perhaps, the complete historical and archaeological record has yet to be uncovered, leaving us with only fragments of the full story.
I cannot claim to know the absolute truth; however, it is certain that questioning, inquiring, and seeking the underlying facts are not only permissible but fundamentally essential.
Such an eye-opening read! We often obsess over physical health but overlook the mental diet we consume daily through screens. Dr. Cytowic’s reminder that our brains haven’t evolved to handle this constant flood of stimuli really hits home. Loved the practical advice on protecting our cognitive energy, especially the part about savoring silence and nature. Definitely something I’ll be more intentional about moving forward!
Thank you, Richard, for this thoughtful and eye-opening exploration of how our ancient brain struggles in today’s screen-driven world. Your insights offer a crucial reminder of our cognitive limits and practical ways to protect our mental energy. Grateful for your important work!
Here's my learning: https://glasp.co/kei/p/2e0b38b65e468fbb4941
The purported energy crisis is but a grand illusion; "energy is neither lost nor destroyed, only transformed." The law of conservation of energy affirms that within an isolated system, the total energy remains constant. Our planet constitutes a closed system, and it is a well-established fact that no human has set foot on the Moon. The images often shown to the gullible populace are fabricated; in reality, someone with a camera arrived earlier to document the landing. Elon Musk aspires to colonize Mars, yet it remains unclear why he intends to send others in his stead. Similarly, the theory of implanted chips in the brain reflects the same dubiousness. In my opinion, you should employ the scant remaining intelligence you possess before engaging in thoughtless chatter amongst yourselves.
It remains uncertain why some individuals find it rewarding to discuss matters that distort the truth, such as the misconception that our ancestors were primitive barbarians during the Stone Age. When we examine our reconstructed history with an open mind, we realize that our current knowledge is inherently limited, much like artificial intelligence itself. We have uncovered remnants of civilizations so advanced that they defy comprehension, yet we also acknowledge the existence of a primitive, ignorant era—an era that, paradoxically, is still propagated through educational institutions as brainwashing. Moreover, the phenomenon persists unabated across social platforms, where signs of ignorance and folly are evident everywhere.
How do "official" historians justify the astonishing engineering, astronomical, urban planning, and architectural marvels created by ancient civilizations—structures that continue to awe us today—allegedly constructed with mere stone tools and bronze implements?
Indeed, many believe this to be an insurmountable leap, or even an excessive number of "coincidences," to simply dismiss with the explanation that their technology was undeveloped—merely a matter of having ample time and large populations.
What remains perplexing to many—and perhaps to you as well—is how they carved flawless granite blocks using copper tools, which are substantially softer.
How did they position multi-ton stones with millimeter precision?
Why do some pyramids align so precisely with constellations or geographic coordinate systems—as if they employed satellite navigation?
Why do we observe identical architectural principles across Egyptian, South American, and Mesopotamian cultures—spanning continents?
And indeed, it is impossible to construct multi-million-ton precision structures with mere stone axes; at least, we have yet to replicate such feats with the same tools in the present day.
Alternative perspectives, often shunned by mainstream discourse, include the following:
**Lost Advanced Civilizations:** Perhaps an earlier civilization once thrived, leaving behind almost entirely vanished traces—such as Atlantis or other global cultures—yet their engineering knowledge persisted in fragmented form within subsequent societies.
**Ancient Superior Technology:** Certain theories propose that ancient peoples possessed sophisticated techniques—such as vibration-based stone carving or sound-frequency levitation—that have since been lost or beyond our current understanding.
**Extraterrestrial Intervention (the most contentious):** Some posit that these ancient structures were constructed with external aid—possibly from alien civilizations. This idea is woven into numerous mythologies, suggesting that "gods descended from the heavens and taught humanity how to build, write, and cultivate the land."
So, what is the ultimate truth?
It is likely that the historical narrative is more intricate and nuanced than what official texts suggest. There is no need to immediately attribute these accomplishments to extraterrestrial beings, nor is it necessary to accept the simplistic notion that "pyramids were built with stone axes, and that’s all." Instead, it is possible that:
- Ancient knowledge was genuinely more advanced than we currently believe,
- We collectively underestimate the capabilities of our ancestors,
- Or perhaps, the complete historical and archaeological record has yet to be uncovered, leaving us with only fragments of the full story.
I cannot claim to know the absolute truth; however, it is certain that questioning, inquiring, and seeking the underlying facts are not only permissible but fundamentally essential.
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