The Strange Obsession with Immortality (Even Though it's a Curse)

Описание: Why do humans fear death and why do we keep dreaming of immortality even though every myth warns it’s a curse?
This video dives into the history, psychology, and philosophy behind our obsession with eternal life. From the Epic of Gilgamesh to ancient alchemists, from Greek mythology to modern science and psychology, we explore why the search for immortality has always shaped human culture.

Topics covered include:

Ancient myths about immortality (Gilgamesh, Tithonus, vampires)

Terror Management Theory in psychology

Philosophy on death, meaning, and legacy

Modern science and biotech chasing eternal life (cryonics, gene editing, AI consciousness)

Why mortality gives life its meaning

This is part of my ongoing series of educational video essays that blend history, psychology, and storytelling.

If you’re interested in mythology, philosophy, psychology, or cultural history, you’ll find this video valuable.


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Timestamps:

0:00 The Wish for Immortality
0:20 The First Story about Immortality
1:59 Curses of Eternal Life
3:11 Why Do Humans Want Immortality?
4:47 History's Pursue of Immortality
6:33 The Problem
6:49 How We achieve "Immortality"
7:51 Immortality is not a Curse








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