Quote by Martha Beck

In one century, we've added 28 years to our average life span - a change so rapid that our brains couldn't possibly have evolved to accommodate it.

In one century, we've added 28 years to our average life spa

Summary

This quote highlights the significant increase in average life expectancy over the course of one century. It suggests that this rapid change is too swift for our brains to have naturally adapted to it. Our brains have likely not evolved or developed the capacity to fully comprehend or adjust to the longer lifespan we now experience. This prompts speculation about the potential challenges and complexities associated with the modern-day reality of living longer lives.

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