Modern Wisdom #055 - Jordan Hall - How Do You Redesign Civilisation?
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Mar 7, 2019 
Jordan Hall, co-founder of Neurohacker Collective and DivX, explores how societies have been shaped and what it means to redesign civilization. He discusses the limitations of the current societal 'game' and advocates for a new framework to address existential threats. Highlighting the evolution of human social structures, Hall emphasizes the shift from dominance to collaboration for sustainable progress. He also outlines a four-step process for personal and collective sovereignty, making a compelling case for coherent relationships in navigating future changes.
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Societal Threat
- Society, characterized by formal structures mediating human relationships, faces an existential threat.
- This threat stems from the rivalrous nature of "Game A."
Rivalrous Game
- "Game A" is fundamentally win-lose, with violence as the ultimate decider.
- Nuclear weapons exemplify the potential for catastrophic destruction.
Nuclear Fear
- Post-WWII, nuclear holocaust felt imminent, leading to drills like hiding under desks.
- Humanity's survival hinged on Reagan and Gorbachev not pushing the button.