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What does it mean?
Evolution reflects nature's wisdom, so we need to apply wisdom to our time through an evolutionary philosophy that brings these ideas together.
In plain terms
Use nature's wisdom to guide our current times.
What can you take from it?
Develop a philosophy based on nature's wisdom.

Where it applies

  • policy making
  • personal ethics
  • societal planning

Putting it to work

  • applying natural wisdom
  • studying evolution
  • thinking philosophically

Questions to consider

  • What wisdom guides you?
  • How does nature inform your view?

Another view

Abstract philosophy may not solve immediate practical issues.

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