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Religion as an Ego-modulator

It’s hard to define precisely what constitutes a religion. But by looking at religion through different lenses, we can start to get a sense of the functions it serves. And as we transition into an increasingly secular society, it’s important to understand what we might be losing in the process…

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4 months ago · 13 likes · 13 comments · Superb Owl

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Church of Reality: Schrödinger Believed He was God

This post is part of a series on the philosophical and spiritual views of prominent scientists and mathematicians. Future subjects will include Georg Cantor, Albert Einstein, Werner Heisenberg, and Barbara McClintock. Erwin Schrödinger was a key figure in the creation of quantum mechanics, most famous for his eponymous cat. His greatest contribution is t…

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2 months ago · 4 likes · Superb Owl

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What is Mysticism?

The word mysticism is “problematic but indispensable.” Definitions are typically steeped in religious terminology, and elaborations jumble together various behaviors, beliefs, and experiences. I’d like to introduce a definition which rests on first principles…

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4 months ago · 4 likes · Superb Owl

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The U.S. military is growing concerned about UFOs. Should we worry?

The discussion around Unidentified Aerial Phenomena (UAP)—what used to be known as UFOs—has reentered the zeitgeist over the last few years, with high profile stories in The New York Times and 60 Minutes. But mainstream journalism typically leaves the topic at “more questions than answers,” while the internet is full of matter-of-fact bullshit. This lea…

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3 months ago · 8 likes · Superb Owl