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The Loop: everything has happened before, and everything will happen again

46 · JA Westenberg · April 27, 2026, 10:54 p.m.
Human Behavior history psychology Cognitive Science
Summary
This blog post discusses the repetitive nature of human mistakes throughout history, suggesting that our cognitive processes have not evolved in response to modern challenges. It draws parallels between past and present events, highlighting the recurring themes of bubbles, strongmen, scapegoats, and societal panics.
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