Longevity & Time Perception - The discussion distinguishes between "vivência" (daily routines) and "experiência" (new occurrences), highlighting how experiences, especially positive ones, are often shared on social media [1][2][3] - Longevity is defined as the accumulation of "vivências" and "experiências" throughout a human life [4] - Studies suggest increasing life expectancy, with some scientists believing that individuals who will live to 150 years have already been born [5] - The contemporary human struggles with accepting endings and mortality, driving the pursuit of longevity [7] - The concept of "the beautiful" has shifted from nature and art to the body, influenced by a Eurocentric, Greek mythology-based cosmovision that idealizes youth, slenderness, and whiteness [11][12][13] - The talk explores two Greek concepts of time: Chronos (chronological, ordered time) and Kairos (the time of love, feeling, and being present) [20][21] Social & Ethical Implications - The pursuit of happiness, immortality, materiality, and divinity has become a primary objective, influencing ethical debates about the beginning and end of life [9][10] - The presentation touches on ethical considerations surrounding life, including discussions on abortion and euthanasia [10] - The presentation highlights the disparity in life expectancy based on socioeconomic factors, citing a study from 2022 showing a significant difference in life expectancy between residents of Cidade Tiradentes (59 years) and Jardins (80 years) in São Paulo [31] - The speaker reflects on how societal structures and work culture can impact longevity, referencing the speaker's mother's early death at 50 due to dedicating 40 years to domestic work [32][33] - The talk emphasizes the importance of social connections and community for experiencing life fully, contrasting this with the increasing isolation and reliance on digital interactions [36][37][38]