Paul KalanithiHuman knowledge is never contained in just one person.
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Human knowledge is never contained in just one person. The power to share knowledge with others is what sets humans apart from other animals. We are the most intelligent animal on the planet, but it’s not because of our brains alone. Rather, it’s because of our ability to learn and share information with each other.
Source: When Breath Becomes Air
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