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General knowledge

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General knowledge

This learning plan provides the intellectual foundation for understanding the modern world and thinking critically about complex issues. It's ideal for curious minds seeking to connect disparate knowledge into a cohesive worldview, professionals wanting to think more systematically, and anyone looking to become a more informed citizen capable of navigating contemporary challenges with historical context and scientific reasoning.

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2 h 44 m
12 coursesUpdated 5 days ago
SapiensFactfulnessFrom Stardust to Civilization: Mind-Blowing Human History12 sources

How This Learning Plan Was Made

This plan was crafted by BeFreed’s proprietary AI to help you learn General knowledge with ease. It is curated from in-depth research on the topic and structured around the most effective learning journeys proven by BeFreed users.

Each episode delivers bite-sized, high-impact lessons distilled from world-class sources — bestselling books, research papers, and expert insights. Together, they form a sophisticated yet accessible path to mastering General knowledge.

What You'll Learn

  • Build a comprehensive mental framework connecting human evolution, civilization development, and how modern society functions
  • Master fundamental scientific principles and systems thinking to analyze complex real-world phenomena
  • Understand the philosophical and historical ideas that shaped human thought and continue influencing contemporary society
  • Develop a scientific lens for evaluating progress, reason, and evidence-based thinking
  • Gain context for making informed decisions about technology, society, and the future of civilization

Build a comprehensive framework for understanding human civilization, from our evolutionary story to how the world actually works today.

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Sapiens

A sweeping narrative of human history

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Factfulness

Ten reasons we're wrong about the world and why things are better

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From Stardust to Civilization: Mind-Blowing Human History

Discover how humans went from unremarkable apes to space-traveling civilizations, plus surprising historical misconceptions that will change how you see the world.

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Grasp the fundamental principles that govern everything from physics to complex systems, giving you a scientific lens to understand reality.

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The Science of Living

Discover scientific insights to revolutionize your daily habits, debunk myths, and optimize your health, happiness, and productivity.

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Thinking in Systems

A concise guide to systems thinking, offering powerful tools for understanding and changing complex systems in our interconnected world.

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Decoding Reality Through Physics

Explore how fundamental physics concepts govern our everyday experiences, from morning alarms to flying planes, as we unpack the accessible brilliance of Joanne Baker's approach to understanding the universe.

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Explore the great philosophical and historical ideas that formed the foundation of human thought and continue to influence our modern world.

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A Little History of Philosophy

A captivating journey through Western philosophy's greatest minds, exploring profound ideas about reality and how to live well.

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The Lessons of History

A concise exploration of human history's patterns and lessons, distilling wisdom from millennia of civilization's triumphs and failures.

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Philosophy's Greatest Hits: Think or Die Trying

Lena and Miles drag you kicking and screaming through 2,500 years of humanity's biggest brain battles-from Socrates to Nietzsche-while mercilessly calling out your intellectual laziness every step of the way.

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Examine human progress, reason, and the future of civilization through the lens of history, science, and enlightenment values.

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The case for reason, science, and human progress.

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The Great Mental Models

Upgrade your thinking with powerful mental models to improve decision-making, productivity, and clarity in understanding the world.

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The Hidden Architecture of Human Curiosity

Discover how your unique curiosity style-whether you're a focused 'hunter,' broad 'busybody,' or creative 'dancer'-reveals profound truths about your mind and shapes both personal growth and societal progress.

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