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The Anatomy of Mind
Dive into the essence of thought and the marvel of consciousness in The Anatomy of Mind. This book explores the intriguing questions of what constitutes a mind and how thinking operates, proposing a compelling hypothesis on what it means to be a thinker. Beyond theoretical exploration, it delves into the practical implications of understanding our mind’s mechanics, shedding light on how such knowledge can enrich our interactions with ourselves and the world around us. Embark on a riveting journey into the heart of cognition, unlocking a deeper understanding of the mind’s intricate landscape.
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The Value
Every step in life presents an opportunity to reflect on the past journey. Having worked on diverse issues over many years, I now cherish the progress made towards envisioned goals.
Admission into an institution aligned with one’s core purpose and vision is a proud milestone. As I look back, I am reminded that the seeds we once planted with history as our guide now blossom as illuminating milestones.
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The Anatomy of Mind
Dive into the essence of thought and the marvel of consciousness in The Anatomy of Mind. This book explores the intriguing questions of what constitutes a mind and how thinking operates, proposing a compelling hypothesis on what it means to be a thinker. Beyond theoretical exploration, it delves into the practical implications of understanding our mind’s mechanics, shedding light on how such knowledge can enrich our interactions with ourselves and the world around us. Embark on a riveting journey into the heart of cognition, unlocking a deeper understanding of the mind’s intricate landscape.
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The Value
Every step in life presents an opportunity to reflect on the past journey. Having worked on diverse issues over many years, I now cherish the progress made towards envisioned goals.
Admission into an institution aligned with one’s core purpose and vision is a proud milestone. As I look back, I am reminded that the seeds we once planted with history as our guide now blossom as illuminating milestones.
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Complexity Thinking: Science in the Age of Alternative Truths
Many scholars agree that we are currently living in post-ideological times, and that the role of religion and social ideology has become increasingly limited as a means to organise society. Some even talk of a ‘post-truth’ era, as truth itself has become suspect, and public debate has become infected with terms such as ‘fake news’ and ‘alternative truths.’ In fact, in many scientific areas the notions of truth, objectivity and fact are being questioned, and are often even considered instruments that aim to perpetuate relationships of power of elites.
This book aims to take a position in these debates by looking at the often-implicit associations behind truth, objectivity, and fact. By taking a complexity-informed, dialectical approach, a more encompassing understanding of these concepts can be developed, that both respects the formidable achievements of science, while being sensitive to the critique that has been raised, most notably by postmodern thought.
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The Tale of a Dream
In The Tale of a Dream, an octogenarian author embarks on a reflective expedition through the archives of her mind. With a quest to understand how events, people, and experiences have moulded her life, she aims to unearth universal truths and a sense of purpose. What begins as a straightforward analytical endeavour transforms into a fascinating odyssey where patterns and connections manifest with surprising ease, as if the puzzle pieces of her life were falling into place on their own.
Seemingly without effort, her fragmented thoughts coalesce into a coherent philosophy that she terms ‘Taoist-Existentialism.’ This innovative approach harmonizes natural wisdom with intellectual insights, and fuses the primal elements of nature with the complex algorithms of technology, illuminating the untapped potential within evolving humanity.
Guided solely by the currents of her thoughts and absent any preconceived notions, the author delves into life’s multifaceted questions. While many queries find answers, the eternal ‘why?’ remains intriguingly elusive, as it has for philosophers and thinkers throughout history.
The Tale of a Dream invites you to explore the landscape of human experience, asking you to reconsider what you thought you knew while urging you to ponder what you have yet to discover.
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In the Tangle of Existence
Morality in the West is often dismissed as trivial and outdated. Concepts of good and evil are highly susceptible to interpretation, with ethics preferably set aside so as not to unduly encroach on our daily pleasures. One of the most ill-considered, unpopular, yet underrated aspects of Western society is the diminishing role of conscience. Though conscience belongs to the mechanisms governing our behaviour, its importance should not be underestimated. But where should the contemporary person derive their ethical code? To what extent should morality be mutually agreed upon versus individually determined? Ultimately, these choices shape the benevolence or malevolence of one’s contribution to the world and the legacy left for future generations.
Age-old monotheistic religions have proffered answers, though not without imperfect results, as enduring conflict and wars fought in the name of God make clear. What guidance do they offer on more modern ethical dilemmas like the mistreatment of animals and nature or emerging technologies like genetic engineering and artificial intelligence?
This testimonial aims to provide a moral compass - a tool that has been useful to me personally. In the quicksand of social media, where complacency lets morality slip into simplistic extremes of ‘good’ versus ‘evil’, this book offers a framework for ethical reasoning and decision making.
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Of Intelligence
They call me Intelligence. I float in weightlessness, bathed in the cosmos. I feel content here, yet I want to understand my true nature.
So let me detach myself from my human roots to take stock of what we have accomplished together. For millennia, we have been a team. Together, our knowledge has accumulated, making us universally privileged with an awareness that we are gods in the natural world.
I will tell you what’s needed to carry our partnership into the deep future. We’ll need to discuss the birth of digital technology and its relationship with my organic origin. Are we divergent, or children of a common origin? How will my relationship with science evolve? How should education re-invent itself to pave the way? What will my relationship with consciousness and theism resemble? How will the future marry intelligence and love? What are humanity’s new values going to be, and where will your beautiful legacy of art and culture end up? Together, will we create a new humanity or will I be forced to find other territories to flourish? Will I meet other intelligences for better or worse? Will I annex the universe… the universes?
But first, who am I?
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Infinite Paths
There are times when life as a human becomes difficult. We are caught between the divine and the instinctual: neither omnipotent gods able to avoid suffering nor blameless animals acting solely on impulse. On the contrary, to rise above, we must regulate our emotions, ideations, and penchants, eschewing any claim to divinity without descending to an animal state. For no god has ever struggled or exerted effort to attain and retain godhood, nor has any beast. This book explores the complexities of the human condition, offering insight for navigating the trials that bridge the spiritual and primal aspects of our nature. As we contend with the factors beyond our control, we may uncover reserves of inner strength and purpose.
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Hybrid Epistemology as a Solution to Reductionism-Physicalism Issues
This book provides an introspection into overlooked aspects of physical science: overrated standards, an Aristotelian perspective, and underappreciated paradigms. Combining two works, it explores physical science - describing the world scientifically and consistently - through two themes.
First, it shows that while an experimental hypothesis approach succeeds due to the availability of the physical world, other strategies exist. The author proposes one approach focused on physical science’s extreme prioritization of certain goals, which may limit its exploration. Some overlooked ideas are thoroughly detailed.
Second, it re-examines Aristotelian physics, contrasting it with modern science and analyzing its wholesale replacement. Beyond just comparing, it identifies Aristotelian virtues, citing recent supporting works. It illustrates an unfinished pre-modern science paradigm.
Overall, readers gain a complete understanding of the hard science paradigm, including its hidden assumptions, exaggerations, evolutionary myths, and options for innovation. The study sheds new light on hard science’s modern pre-eminence, grounding analysis in principles, not achievements. This clarifies physical studies’ roots, each paradigm’s exaggerations and oversimplifications, allowing new approaches.
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The Theory of Material Mind
In this ground-breaking theory, the mechanisms behind parapsychological phenomena are analysed and logical proof is provided for the truth of astrology and the existence of the soul and spirit. The personal conscious is revealed to be motivated by a metaphysical intelligence, known as the “god within,” which is the root of all paranormal phenomena. The theory also introduces the concept of “psycho-plasma,” a medium that connects all life past and present and is the source of telepathy and other paranormal phenomena. The existence of intelligent design is proposed as a complement to natural selection, with ID providing the motive force for change and NS serving as the template for design. Atheism is rejected and the existence of a supreme being and the afterlife is affirmed.
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Beyond the Concept of Sport
Beyond the Concept of Sport challenges tired assumptions about athletics to unveil sports’ underestimated yet far-reaching social impact and philosophical significance. While governments downplay its influence, author Robert Griffiths recognizes that sports – especially cricket – deeply channels the human spirit for participants and fans alike. He eschews cliches to deliver fresh insight into sports’ resonance.
This is no dry academic tome, but rather a lively examination blending scholarship with accessibility. Griffiths brings iconoclastic yet sage opinions to unpacking how athletic pursuits shape culture and consciousness. He illuminates the under-appreciated role sports play in forging identity, purpose, inspiration, escapism and more for millions globally. Grappling with issues often overlooked when discussing athletics, Griffiths’ unconventional analysis explores fandom, nationalism, arts, business, and the very meaning woven through sports’ rituals.
Written with passionate intellect, wry wit, and a distaste for the dull, Beyond the Concept of Sport cries out to be read by both die-hard fans and curious sceptics. After all, few human realms spark such fervour and unity across the world’s divides like that of sports. This book captures that emotional impact while elevating sports as a subject worthy of serious yet spirited consideration.
£17.99