Reflection #2 EDF 1005

Learning how humans came about it is always an interesting topic but I must say that understanding how they transpired to what we know today just surpasses my expectations. Things and objects that we tend to overlook during the course of our everyday routine such as using the stove to make dinner or buying food from the super-market, were the result of a prolonged periods of assimilation in order to bring about what is seen in our time today. Men always have had an incentive to better themselves and to create ways to make things more manageable. I find it amusing how the discovery of fire lead the way to noticeable changes in not only the physical characteristics of man but of his learning development. The finding of fire, being unintentional or natural causes, allowed these ancient humans to increase their probabilities of surviving. The incorporation of tools made the task of hunting and preparing the food easier. Meat was introduced as part of their diets, taking charge in most of the physical changes. Their teeth changed in size making the head smaller too, consequently facilitating the birthing of children. The nurturing of babies was extended since their cognitive development was prolonged. Women experienced hormonal transformations that regulated their ovarian cycles and their sexual desires. Since fire was introduced, interactions between these humans were prolonged because they no longer had to rely on daylight, resulting in the creation of bonds with each other and brought about the first concepts of monogamist relationships. The views of early man encountered extended periods of paradigms shift, their knowledge on food, association with others and even physical changes were a result of their new acquired perspectives. I can just imagine how these people carried their minimalistic lives and suddenly learned how use the fire must have been a breakthrough with much compensation and significantly made a difference in their routines. Early humans evolved from primitive creatures to exceptional hunters, settled individuals with a concept of cooperation between a group and began monogamist relationships. The advances they made replaced their preconceived knowledge. Slowly and through trial and error they were able to improve their quality of life.