Considering that we live in an era of evolutionary everything---evolutionary biology, evolutionary medicine, evolutionary ecology, evolutionary psychology, evolutionary economics, evolutionary computing---it was surprising how rarely people thought in evolutionary terms. It was a human blind spot. We look at the world around us as a snapshot when it was really a movie, constantly changing.
The quote from Michael Crichton’s book "Prey" highlights the common oversight of viewing life as static rather than dynamic. Despite the prevalence of evolutionary concepts across various disciplines, there remains a tendency for people to think of the world in fixed terms. This reflects a significant human blind spot that can hinder our understanding of natural processes and change.
Crichton emphasizes that life is not a snapshot but a continuous, evolving process. Recognizing that everything is in a state of flux challenges our perceptions and demands a more comprehensive viewpoint that considers evolution as an integral part of understanding our reality. Acknowledging this can enhance our comprehension of not only biological sciences but also social and economic systems.
