Transhuman is about the overall advancement of human biology and how we can further the human race with technological and biological enhancements. With enhancements comes the question, what should we enhance and why. For every individual, the answer would be different, whether it’s leaning towards more technological integration, or various biological enhancements such as perfect vision, longer life expectancy, or even full disease immunity. One very important aspect of transhumanism, which I find to be incredibly useful, is that of memory. Memory is, obviously, something we all have and it determines our connection to certain things and certain people. Our memories are what shape and sculpt our personalities, and decide how we react to certain situations. In relation to transhumanism, it is important to acknowledge the importance of memory, when talking about super memory, or the ability to alter and erase some memories, the implications are endless.
With memory, comes the question, what to do with memory. In relation to super memory, maybe humans would make it so we remember everything that we have ever read, seen, heard, done, so overall we would be a walking …show more content…
Now, the implications on the work world has been explored, but what about the social aspect? Many relationships are built around trust and experiences, not saying most people are liars, but there are scenarios that put others into uncomfortable situations and having super memory may affect how we view certain people. By having super memory, we might be more susceptible to noticing minor flaws in other people and not being able to overcome them. Based on how strong and vivid our memories become, we may refuse to get over certain hurdles or situations with other people. Possibly, making us hold grudges for longer periods of
With memory, comes the question, what to do with memory. In relation to super memory, maybe humans would make it so we remember everything that we have ever read, seen, heard, done, so overall we would be a walking …show more content…
Now, the implications on the work world has been explored, but what about the social aspect? Many relationships are built around trust and experiences, not saying most people are liars, but there are scenarios that put others into uncomfortable situations and having super memory may affect how we view certain people. By having super memory, we might be more susceptible to noticing minor flaws in other people and not being able to overcome them. Based on how strong and vivid our memories become, we may refuse to get over certain hurdles or situations with other people. Possibly, making us hold grudges for longer periods of