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Improve my general knowledge

LEARNING PLAN

Improve my general knowledge

This learning plan provides a foundational understanding of the world across four essential domains: history, science, human behavior, and critical thinking. It's ideal for curious minds seeking intellectual growth, professionals wanting broader perspective beyond their specialization, or anyone looking to become a more informed citizen capable of understanding complex issues. By connecting these disciplines, learners develop the contextual knowledge and analytical skills needed to make sense of our rapidly changing world.

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12 coursesUpdated 4 days ago
SapiensFrom Stardust to Civilization: Mind-Blowing Human HistoryThe Complete History of Human Civilization12 sources

How This Learning Plan Was Made

This plan was crafted by BeFreed’s proprietary AI to help you learn Improve my general knowledge with ease. It is curated from in-depth research on the topic and structured around the most effective learning journeys proven by BeFreed users.

Each episode delivers bite-sized, high-impact lessons distilled from world-class sources — bestselling books, research papers, and expert insights. Together, they form a sophisticated yet accessible path to mastering Improve my general knowledge.

What You'll Learn

  • Trace humanity's evolution from early origins through major civilizations and understand the forces that shaped modern society
  • Grasp fundamental scientific principles governing the universe, from cosmology to everyday physics in accessible terms
  • Decode human behavior by exploring psychology, social dynamics, and the economic patterns influencing decision-making
  • Master critical thinking skills through philosophical frameworks and evidence-based reasoning
  • Build a comprehensive mental model connecting history, science, human nature, and rational thought for navigating the modern world

Explore humanity's remarkable journey across time, understanding how our species evolved, built civilizations, and shaped the world we live in today.

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Sapiens

A sweeping narrative of human history

9 m
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From Stardust to Civilization: Mind-Blowing Human History

Discover how humans went from unremarkable apes to space-traveling civilizations, plus surprising historical misconceptions that will change how you see the world.

11 m
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The Silk RoadsSapiensThe Lessons of HistoryWorld History Timeline: Key Eras & Civilizations - MindMap AI
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The Complete History of Human Civilization

Journey through world history from the cognitive revolution to modern times, exploring how trade routes, shared beliefs, and grand transitions shaped our interconnected world. Discover why Asia was civilization's true center and what patterns from the past reveal about our future.

9 m

Discover how the natural world works, from the birth of the universe to the laws of physics that govern everything around us, explained in accessible ways.

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A Brief History of Time

Accessible explanation of complex cosmological concepts and theories.

8 m
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From Big Bang to Galaxies: The Ultimate Origin Story

Journey through 13.8 billion years of cosmic history, from the first moments after the Big Bang to modern galaxies and solar systems. Discover how quantum fluctuations became stars, planets, and ultimately us.

30 m
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The Biggest Ideas in the Universe

A captivating exploration of fundamental physics concepts, making complex ideas accessible through clear explanations and engaging storytelling.

10 m

Uncover the hidden forces driving human behavior, from individual psychology to social dynamics and the economic patterns that shape our choices.

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Freakonomics

Provocative exploration of hidden incentives driving human behavior, challenging conventional wisdom through economic analysis of diverse social phenomena.

9 m
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Behave: The Biology of Humans at Our Best and Worst

In-depth look at human behavior and biology

9 m
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source 1source 2Schools of Psychology: Main Schools of Thought - Verywell Mind7 Main Schools of Thought in Psychology
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Psychology Deep Dive: Mind, Behavior & Human Nature

Join Lena and Eli for a fascinating journey through psychology's revolutionary insights, from child development and decision-making biases to social influence and mental health, revealing practical wisdom for understanding yourself and others.

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Develop intellectual tools to question, analyze, and understand the world more deeply through philosophical insights and evidence-based reasoning.

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Factfulness

Ten reasons we're wrong about the world and why things are better

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Critical Thinkers

Master critical thinking with methods from history's greatest minds.

6 m
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Philosophy's Greatest Hits: Think or Die Trying

Lena and Miles drag you kicking and screaming through 2,500 years of humanity's biggest brain battles-from Socrates to Nietzsche-while mercilessly calling out your intellectual laziness every step of the way.

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