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Rutger Bregman on Human Nature and Hope
Rutger Bregman on Human Nature and Hope
Rutger Bregman on Human Nature and Hope
Friday 2nd July 2021
Rutger Bregman shares insights on human nature and hope with Eric Zimmer on 'The One You Feed'. Discover how kindness and cooperation shape our actions.
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Get the buttons here!Rutger Bregman on the Bright Side of Human Nature
We humans, we tend to become the stories that we tell ourselves. So your view of human nature also is a self-fulfilling prophecy, and I think that's very much there in the story of the wolf.
Can we change our view of human nature? Rutger Bregman, a renowned historian and author, sits down with Eric Zimmer on 'The One You Feed' to explore this very question. Known for his thought-provoking book *Humankind: A Hopeful History*, Bregman offers a fresh perspective on the inherent goodness within us all. His conversation with Eric dives deep into the scientific, historical, and philosophical angles of human behavior, challenging the often negative assumptions we hold about ourselves.
Bregman argues that our perception of human nature can shape our actions and societal norms. If we believe people are fundamentally selfish, we might act accordingly. But what if we start seeing ourselves as naturally kind and cooperative? This episode delves into how our stories and beliefs about human nature can become self-fulfilling prophecies. One of the standout points in their discussion is the power of social learning.
Unlike other animals, humans have a unique ability to learn from one another, which allows us to transcend our basic instincts. This episode also touches on the conditioning that shapes our behaviors, from soldiers in combat to chickens in factory farms. Bregman emphasizes the importance of awareness and conscious effort to break free from these conditioned responses and live according to our values. Throughout the episode, Bregman paints a hopeful picture of humanity's potential.
He acknowledges our capacity for both good and evil but focuses on the transformative power of hope, empathy, and deliberate action. By recognizing and nurturing the positive aspects of our nature, we can create a more compassionate and cooperative world. For anyone interested in rethinking their views on human nature and discovering the potential for kindness within us all, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in to hear Rutger Bregman's compelling insights on 'The One You Feed'.