Why are We Driven to Explore?

By Nancy Atkinson - July 23, 2013 at 8:11 PM UTC | Space Exploration

Why do we explore? Is it the desire to break through boundaries, or to probe the perimeters of possibilities? With his lightning-fast mind, self-professed wonder junkie

Jason Silva

can quickly list all the great quotes about space exploration and why it is important for the human species to explore; and he does it in this new video from his

"Shots of Awe" series on You Tube

.

Strap in and enjoy the fast ride that is Jason Silva!

"Shots of Awe" are weekly three-minute videos with what Silva calls "inspired nuggets of techno-rapture," that can provide a nudge to contemplate your life; whether it be to look at the complex systems of society, technology, or the beauty of nature and science.