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“The manic relief that comes from the fantasy that we can with one savage slash cut the chains of the past and rise like a phoenix, free of all history, is generally a tipping point into insanity, akin to believing that we can escape the endless constraints of gravity, and fly off a tall building. “I’m freeeee… SPLAT!”.”

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Stefan Molyneux
Stefan Molyneux

Stefan Molyneux is a renowned author and speaker known for his in-depth exploration of topics such as libertarianism, individualism, and capitalism. His work spans across various fields including political philosophy, economics, and psychology. more

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