“Each and every one of us has been born into a given historical reality, ruled by particular norms and values, and managed by a unique economic and political system. We take this reality for granted, thinking it is natural, inevitable and immutable. We forget that our world was created by an accidental chain of events, and that history shaped not only our technology, politics and society, but also our thoughts, fears and dreams. The cold hand of the past emerges from the grave of our ancestors, grips us by the neck and directs our gaze towards a single future. We have felt that grip from the moment we were born, so we assume that it is a natural and inescapable part of who we are. Therefore we seldom try to shake ourselves free, and envision alternative futures.” Finally picked up Yuval Noah Harari's Homo Deus, his follow-up to Sapiens, and enjoyed the ride! The first part of the book picks up where Sapiens left off with some overlap but the ride into where we are today based on everything that has happened to us was a fun ride. I particularly liked the look at the human mind and consciousness. The reality that we are all randomly assigned to life and simply accept it is a profound statement. We seem to come pre-programmed with either an acceptance of the fact or a recognition that we can change. Nurture vs. nature? Follow ⏭️ @kashmiriexpress Repost ⏭️ @books.and.beers #keashur #koshur #kashmiri #srinagar #kashmeer #books #reflection #photographer #canonclick #natgeotravel #bbctravel #usa #uk #uae #art #artist #photography #photooftheday #shoot #instagram #kasheer #keashur #kashmiriyat #beingkashmiri #kashmirvalley https://www.instagram.com/p/CLwFPIpj30J/?igshid=1mwtny9kfxn31
