Future: “Ah, Mr. Past History! How are things going?

Past: “Just doing fine, Ms. Future History. How about with you?”

Future: “Okay, I guess. I was just marveling at how people have such short memories. Good thing, huh? There are so many important things to do. We need to focus on what lies ahead! Why crowd our minds with the past?”

Past: “Hmm… Not sure about that. The past can teach us a lot if you study its lessons carefully.”

Future: “But why burden the future with bad memories of things gone wrong? Too much negativity! We need to focus on the bright future ahead of us! Why be burdened with the sins of the past? Besides, history is so foggy. Memories fade quickly. Past events are subject to interpretation depending on who you ask, right? So, that provides us with a wonderful opportunity! If history is a bit foggy, then why not simply change it? Why be burdened with the sins of the past? Let’s just pretend they never happened!”

Past: “But history can provide some valuable lessons. You of all people should know that. Sometimes painful events from the past can serve as a warning to be more humble and cautious in the future.”

Future: “What? No, no, no. You don’t understand. History should be flexible. Pliable. Subject to interpretation to suit one’s future needs. Besides, you’re ignoring the enormous benefits. Just think! If we can change or even erase our memories about all the dumb things we’ve done in the past, then the future looks even brighter!”

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