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Science, history & love

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Science, history & love

This learning plan is ideal for curious minds who want to understand the big picture of human existence through both scientific and humanistic lenses. It's perfect for lifelong learners, science enthusiasts, or anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of how humanity evolved, how we acquire knowledge, and what drives our most fundamental emotional connections. By combining the grand sweep of human history with intimate insights into love and relationships, this plan offers both intellectual breadth and personal relevance.

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2 h 25 m
12 coursesUpdated 4 days ago
SapiensThe Complete History of Human CivilizationA Short History of Nearly Everything12 sources

How This Learning Plan Was Made

This plan was crafted by BeFreed’s proprietary AI to help you learn Science, history & love 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 Science, history & love.

What You'll Learn

  • Trace humanity's cognitive and cultural evolution from prehistoric origins through the Enlightenment, understanding how reason and science became our greatest tools
  • Master the philosophy of scientific progress, learning how paradigm shifts and revolutionary discoveries transform human knowledge
  • Understand the neurochemistry of love, including the roles of dopamine, oxytocin, and other biological mechanisms that drive attraction and attachment
  • Explore how love has been conceptualized across different eras, philosophies, and cultures throughout human history
  • Synthesize insights from science, history, and philosophy to build a comprehensive understanding of both human progress and human connection

Discover the grand narrative of human civilization—from our cognitive revolution to modern progress—and understand how science and reason have shaped our collective journey.

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Sapiens

A sweeping narrative of human history

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The Silk RoadsSapiensThe Lessons of HistoryWorld History Timeline: Key Eras & Civilizations - MindMap AI
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The Complete History of Human Civilization

Journey through world history from the cognitive revolution to modern times, exploring how trade routes, shared beliefs, and grand transitions shaped our interconnected world. Discover why Asia was civilization's true center and what patterns from the past reveal about our future.

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A Short History of Nearly Everything

Comprehensive science history for general readers

9 m

Explore the philosophy and history of scientific breakthroughs, from paradigm shifts to evolutionary theory, understanding how human curiosity transforms into knowledge.

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The Structure of Scientific Revolutions

Groundbreaking analysis of scientific progress, challenging linear views and introducing paradigm shifts in scientific thinking and development.

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The Chemistry BookA Short History of Nearly EverythingNapoleon’s ButtonsA Life Decoded
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The Disappearing Spoon: Elements That Changed History

Explore how the periodic table contains stories of adventure, betrayal, and scientific obsession as we uncover how elements shaped human history, from Marie Curie's radium struggles to Gandhi's surprising iodine hatred.

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The Upright Thinkers

A captivating journey through human intellectual evolution, from prehistoric curiosity to modern scientific breakthroughs and cosmic understanding.

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Uncover the neuroscience behind attraction, attachment, and lasting relationships—from dopamine surges to oxytocin bonds—and learn what science reveals about why we love who we love.

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Why We Love

Uncovering the brain chemistry and evolutionary roots of romantic love

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The Evolution of DesireAttachedMating in CaptivityThe Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work
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The Chemistry of Love: Science Behind Choosing Your Person

What makes hearts race on first dates vs. years later? Drawing from David Buss's cross-cultural research, John Gottman's predictive relationship science, and Esther Perel's groundbreaking work on desire, discover the biological systems that drive our romantic choices-and how to harness them for lasting love.

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Unlock the science of adult attachment to find and sustain loving relationships.

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Journey through how love has been understood across history and philosophy, from ancient wisdom to modern relationship science, and discover timeless insights for living meaningfully.

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The Forty Rules of Love

Ancient wisdom meets modern hearts: love's forty transformative rules.

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The Shape of Love: Science Meets Romance

Explore how love has measurable patterns and structures through neuroscience, psychology, and history. From attachment styles to brain chemistry, discover the hidden architecture of human connection.

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The Unbearable Lightness of Being

A philosophical exploration of love, identity, and existential weight amidst political turmoil.

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