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Explore the profound concept of interconnectedness in this TEDxMacerata talk by Filippo Mignini. Delve into the evolution of human understanding of connections, from ancient stone structures to modern complex systems. Discover how the relationship between objects, nature, and the cosmos has shaped human thought and creation throughout history. Learn about the importance of connections in fields such as poetry, mathematics, medicine, art, physics, and religion. Understand how human existence itself depends on our ability to connect with others and our environment. Gain insights from Mignini's expertise as a Professor Emeritus of History of Philosophy and his studies on influential thinkers like Spinoza, Matteo Ricci, and Romolo Murri. Reflect on the idea that everything in the world is interconnected, likened to a giant sea urchin where all living parts depend on each other.