Be good ancestors

Jonas Salk, known for development of the polio vaccine, once shared a simple yet profound statement: "Our greatest responsibility is to be good ancestors." This quote encapsulates a timeless truth that speaks to the core of our humanity and our duty to future generations.

This podcast talks about the value of having purpose in life - transcendent purpose that goes beyond our hedonistic values, and how that gives happiness and longevity, and the ability to withstand natural disasters and war. People with purpose are far more resilient. 

For instance, at 43:50 - people who were told that their backpack contained important scientific equipment reported less struggle with an uphill trudge than those who were not told the backpack contained anything important. 

https://hiddenbrain.org/podcast/you-2-0-what-is-your-life-for/