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We tweak the history and history shapes us

We tweak the history and history shapes us

Imagine history as a roadmap. It shows us where we've been, the paths we've taken, and the detours we've made. By understanding this map, we can better predict where we might end up and plan our route accordingly.

History is our guide to the future. By studying the past, we learn from mistakes, understand the present, and find inspiration for tomorrow. It helps us avoid repeating errors and build a better world.

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History is like this super long experiment on being human. You know, figuring out what works and what doesn’t. It’s crazy to think that everything happening now is based on stuff that happened way back when.

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