Health9/21/2025The Guardian

How modern life makes us sick – and what to do about it

How modern life makes us sick – and what to do about it

The article discusses how modern life can make people sick, and what can be done about it. It suggests that many of our problems are the result of an "evolutionary mismatch" - our bodies and minds are not adapted to the demands of modern life, leading to issues like depression and obesity. The article highlights the concept of "delaying gratification" as a useful tactic, but also questions why so much of modern life involves "swimming upstream" against our natural instincts. The article suggests that understanding this evolutionary mismatch can foster self-compassion and point the way to a more rewarding existence.

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