And yet, knowing how to calculate a wave function helps little with leading a happy life, finding and maintaining good relationships, talking to children, etc.
replyThe more secular we become, the more “gospel” we reject, the more we leave behind, the more …critical thinking… we have to do.
If it’s gonna take until you’re 40+ years old to have it figured it out, then truly what was gained by rejecting dogma?
Somewhat reminiscient of I-Ching
replyRight. I think for certain things a tool which lets you quiet discursive thought and access the unconscious parts of your mind would be pretty useful. For writing poetry, or deciding whether to divorce your partner, or coming up with new business ideas.
replyThis has always been my interpretation of why things like the I Ching are so enduringly popular.