Modern Wisdom #182 - Dr Jack Lewis - The Neuroscience Of The 7 Deadly Sins
Jun 11, 2020
Dr. Jack Lewis, a neuroscientist, television presenter, and author, dives into the fascinating intersection of neuroscience and the seven deadly sins. He discusses why we struggle with willpower and the neurological underpinnings of our sinful behaviors. The conversation explores the complexities of attraction, the societal implications of envy amplified by social media, and critiques of greed in modern capitalism. Lewis also touches on virtual reality's potential in enhancing cognitive skills and its therapeutic applications, making for an enlightening exploration of human behavior.
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The Necessity of Sin
- Humans are driven by instincts, including the seven deadly sins.
- These instincts are necessary for survival but become antisocial in excess.
The Value of Tradition
- Tradition offers solutions to problems we've forgotten.
- Discarding tradition might bring back those problems.
Rediscovering Ancient Wisdom
- Dr. Lewis's friend, an engineer, made modern discoveries in healing spaces.
- She later realized the ancient Greeks had already found these answers.
