Everything that is expressed and recorded externally, such as cell phones, computers, memos, books, and drawings, is an extension of the brain. Our brains aren’t just inside our bodies. This concept is important because extending the ego greatly influences how we see the world. We pay close attention to topics that involve us personally. Self-relevance is a key factor that drives our lives. Personal relationships and possessions get a lot of focus, while other areas seem less important. This is due to a feature of the human brain called ‘selective cognition.’ As civilization advanced, humans delegated parts of the brain’s functions to machines. It was inevitable to make good use of these tools. We should take an interest in the Homo Faber. - Joseph’s “just my thoughts”
Not all of them are like that, but it’s not easy to say that many of those who have learned a lot know what they don’t know. However, when you acknowledge “I don’t know” what you don’t know, the wisdom gained from that ignorance enriches everyone. Learning begins with recognizing what you don’t know, while what you do know involves a clear understanding of that unknown. This awareness can help reduce the chaos of the world, even if just a little. - Joseph’s “just my thoughts”