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Well, we do evolve, but we've slowed the process with our ability to survive even when our bodies begin to fail us. In today's modern world, not reproducing is
by hsuduebc2 2y ago
Well, we do evolve, but we've slowed the process with our ability to survive even when our bodies begin to fail us. In today's modern world, not reproducing is often a choice. However, evolution is no longer just about spreading genes—our advancements allow us to shape our own survival beyond natural selection.
I believe we are still evolving, but at least for now, in this brief period, our most significant "evolution" has been our ability to extend life and enhance its comfort—whether by tweaking bodily mechanisms or treating diseases. I hope that gene editing will be our next step in evolution, allowing us to take control of our biological limitations in ways we never could before.
- pests 2y agoI ponder a lot on grand topics like these, and this is the first I've come across that concept - evolving towards extended life and comfort. It's easy to break it down into a simple "survival of the fittest" analysis but like you say, we make choices beyond that.