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Where Science Falls Silent on Consciousness
Scientific Animism starts from an uncomfortable observation: for all it has done, mainstream science has almost nothing to say about consciousness, spirituality, or happiness, largely because it assumes matter isn't alive. This course explores extending core concepts from physics and chemistry toward a view of a living universe, and what that reopens for study.
Who it's for
Curious beginners interested in the philosophy of science, spirituality, or the boundaries of what science currently explains.
Key takeaways
- Where and why conventional science stops short of explaining consciousness
- How physics and chemistry concepts might be reframed around animism
- Connections between these ideas and Marxist theory and cultural change
- A wider framework for studying the spiritual and emotional dimensions of life
This is a conceptual, discussion-driven course rather than a lab-based one, expect philosophical exploration more than experiments.
About this course
In this course, we will explore the limitations of science in understanding reality by examining its implicit assumption that matter is not living. While science has revolutionized the way we live, it has almost nothing to say about consciousness, spirituality, or happiness. We will delve into why this is so and explore how the concepts of science can be extended to a living universe.
We will re-establish spiritual connections to the basic principles of physics and chemistry, and see that the laws of science are consistent with the concepts of animism. By extending science in this way, we open up the possibility of studying the spiritual and emotional layers of life.
In addition to exploring the spiritual dimensions of science, we will also examine the social and political implications of these ideas. By touching on Marxist theory, we will gain new tools for understanding cultural revolution and the ways in which science can be used to empower marginalized communities.
Overall, this course offers a unique perspective on the relationship between science, spirituality, and culture. Throughout this course, students will gain a deeper understanding of the limitations of science and the possibilities for extending it to encompass a wider range of human experiences
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