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A Unified Origin Story

By Michael Alan Prestwood

Author and Natural Philosopher

Wed 13 May 2020
Published 6 years ago.
Updated 2 years ago.
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A Unified Origin Story

2080: 60 Years From Now (+/- 10 years)

After millennia of myth-based narratives, humanity finally embraces a unified origin story grounded in compelling scientific evidence. By 2080, the scientific understanding of our emergence will become universally accepted. This transformation began in the early 21st century with reforms in science education, increased public awareness, and the integration of empirical evidence into cultural narratives. As the decades progressed, societies around the world adopted this scientifically accurate story of human origins, reconciling it with traditional beliefs and fostering a deeper appreciation for our shared history. Religions evolve too, as they always do. They embrace the empirical story and focus their efforts on intertwining scientific understanding into their stories and exploring and explaining the unknown and unknowable. By mid-century, this narrative will permeate all aspects of education, media, and public discourse, culminating in a semi-global consensus. This unified empirical origin story will serve as a foundation for cooperation, innovation, and a shared vision for the future.

Analysis: The journey to a unified origin story is rooted in the increasing accessibility of scientific knowledge and the growing emphasis on critical thinking. As global education systems prioritized empirical evidence and rational inquiry, the scientific narrative of human origins will gain traction. Influential public figures, media, and technological advancements will play crucial roles in disseminating this knowledge, making it relatable and engaging for diverse audiences. This shift will be further supported by the reconciliation of scientific and traditional narratives, allowing for a more inclusive and tolerant understanding. People will no longer ignore empirical evidence, and personal beliefs will transition from focusing on rewriting reality to embracing reality and exploring the unknown and unknowable. While we can figure out the currently unknown, by definition, we can never know the unknowable.

Michael Alan Prestwood
Author & Natural Philosopher

Prestwood writes on science-first philosophy, with particular attention to the convergence of disciplines. Drawing on his TST Framework, his work emphasizes rational inquiry grounded in empirical observation while engaging questions at the edges of established knowledge. With TouchstoneTruth positioned as a living touchstone, this work aims to contribute reliable analysis in an emerging AI era where the credibility of information is increasingly contested.

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