Quote by Rupert Sheldrake

The idea is that there is a kind of memory in nature. Each kind of thing has a collective memory. So, take a squirrel living in New York now. That squirrel is being influenced by all past squirrels.

The idea is that there is a kind of memory in nature. Each k

Summary

This quote suggests that nature possesses a form of collective memory. According to this concept, every species has a shared memory that affects the behavior and experiences of individual members. For instance, a squirrel in present-day New York is believed to be influenced by the cumulative memories of all past squirrels. In essence, this theory implies that the actions and characteristics of animals today are shaped not only by their individual experiences but also by the collective memory of their species.

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By Rupert Sheldrake

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