Why does love feel so magical? This deep and persistent belief that we are fated to be with our romantic partners might be evolution at work, keeping us in a relationship for the long haul, long enough to reproduce. Our children also have a better chance at survival when both parents are there to raise them, so rationalising a long relationship through the irrational belief of fated love could be an adaptation we developed to ensure the survival of our lineage. Read full article here
Culture
The Priest in the Arena
The phrase “man in the arena” has been popularized in recent years, but a lesser known, more dangerous archetype is the “priest in the arena”. This figure is responsible for a process called theocratic capture, where an institution surrenders to a cult demanding unaccountable authority, fueled by claims to privileged knowledge. These cults often target powerful institutions and attempt to monopolize conversations with scaremongering tactics and hostile treatment of allies. It is important to identify and stop theocratic capture before it can gain control. Read full article here
Merv
May 29, 2023
