Periagoge
Scenario

When you realize Islamic engineers invented machines you're still improving

I'm a mechanical engineer and I discovered that Islamic engineers invented sophisticated mechanical devices centuries ago and I feel like I'm working in their shadow.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Technical innovation feels less revolutionary when viewed as continuation of unacknowledged historical development.

Your guide for this
Laozi
Laozi works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Islamic and Arab contributions to science and technology — historical?”

Peri

Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

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