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About the book: The modern world makes many things easier for us: machines do the physical work, GPS guides us through unfamiliar areas, and now AI is even taking over mental tasks for us. Should we embrace this wholeheartedly? Sibylle Anderl says no. Because in doing so, we lose what makes us human.
Combining psychology, philosophy, and the natural sciences in an engaging way, she argues that we should challenge ourselves. Using numerous examples, she shows why it’s worth seeking out challenges, venturing into the unknown, or resisting temptations. Only in this way can we develop resilience and a sense of self-efficacy and successfully shape our future.
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About the Author:
Sibylle Anderl, born in 1981, is an award-winning science journalist. After studying physics and philosophy, she earned her doctorate and conducted research in astrophysics. She was an editor in the arts and culture section of the FAZ and head of the science desk at the FAZ and FAS; since 2024, she has headed the “Wissen” section at Die Zeit. She is also co-editor of the cultural magazine Kursbuch.