TED-Ed: If superpowers were real, which would you choose? - Joy Lin

The video explores the concept of immortality, questioning its desirability by examining its effects on perception of time, memory, relationships, and physical appearance. It highlights the potential loneliness and sadness of outliving loved ones, the challenges of memory retention over millennia, and the impact of evolution on physical appearance. The video also discusses the physical consequences of immortality, such as scars and injuries, and concludes with a reflection on whether living forever is truly desirable.

How does the perception of time differ between a ten-year-old and a forty-year-old?

• A year feels the same to both.

• A year feels longer to a forty-year-old.

• A year feels longer to a ten-year-old.

• A year feels shorter to a ten-year-old.

What is a potential emotional consequence of living forever?

• Increased happiness

• Eternal boredom

• Extreme loneliness

• Constant excitement

Why might an immortal person struggle with relationships over time?

• They would forget past relationships.

• They would not be interested in relationships.

• They would have perfect memory of all relationships.

• They would have too many relationships to remember.

How might an immortal being appear different from future generations?

• They would evolve faster.

• They would remain unchanged while others evolve.

• They would look the same as everyone else.

• They would evolve into a new species.

What is a physical challenge of immortality mentioned in the video?

• Maintaining perfect health

• Accumulating scars and losing body parts

• Becoming invincible

• Gaining super strength