Why evolution shapes us
Our bodies and our behavior are the result of a long journey: millions of years of evolution have made us who we are today.
Many of our strengths – but also some of our difficulties in modern everyday life – can only be understood if we take a look at this evolutionary past.
The Stone Age heart in modern life
- Our metabolism is geared towards scarcity – not abundance.
- Our brain reacts strongly to danger and stress – even though there are no predators lurking today.
- We are made for movement in nature, not for sitting for hours.
- We need community, because cooperation has always been vital for survival.
Many of today’s problems – overweight, stress, exhaustion, loneliness – are a mismatch between ancient biology and the new world.
What we can learn from this
If we understand how our body “ticks”, we can adapt better:
- Adjust nutrition in a way that benefits the body.
- Build routines that make movement and recovery a matter of course.
- Maintain social contacts, because they are crucial for our mental health.
Your next step
We can’t change evolution – but we can learn to work with it.
The bestforming app helps you bring small steps into your everyday life that suit your nature:
- Movement breaks that remind you of original activity,
- Routines for better sleep,
- Tools for mindful nutrition.
Get the app and live in a way that suits your nature – healthier, stronger, and more balanced.