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From: Big Think <info@bigthink.com>
Date: Monday, May 21, 2018
Subject: Study confirms rich people aren't smart—they're lucky
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Big Think Daily Newsletter // View it in your browser. Today's Big Idea   Recent Videos Recent Articles Mathematics confirms rich people aren't smart—they're lucky Some evangelical ministers today continue to preach the prosperity gospel. This is a uniquely American concept which states that those who are wealthy have been predestined to be "saved" by the creator. The idea stems all the way back to the Puritans. According to them, the way you could tell who was saved from the fiery pit was "outward signs of inner grace." Being good-looking, effective, or prosperous meant you were going to heaven. But the Great Recession and its aftermath have damaged the concept of meritocracy and the prosperity gospel among the vast majority of young adults. So what about those who are wealthy today? Did they really earn their place through the sweat of their brow, the cut of their jib, the brains in their head, and their unwavering determination? The answer is a definitive no. LEARN MORE 7 actual superpowers certain humans have, due to genetic mutation Does my algorithm have a mental-health problem? Augmented reality could rule the classrooms of the future Would you (or should you) get a biochip implant? Study: Mental conditioning with cute animal pictures can rekindle your relationship Copyright © 2018 Big Think, All rights reserved. You've received the Daily Newsletter because you, or someone on your behalf, registered you at http://www.bigthink.com. Our mailing address is: Big Think 18 East 17th St., 5th Floor New York, NY 10003 Add us to your address book unsubscribe from this list | update subscription preferences | view email in browser