Very interesting article. And I like the metaphor of shoes. I've tried so many shoes that pinch or don't support my feet properly, I may go barefoot. The Shoe Salesperson will understand. The second chart confused me at first. It seemed the columns should have been switched, but then I could see the fluidity more clearly in the Theoretic. The first few entries on that chart, for me anyway, denied the need to be conservative with resources and unbending in behavior, but the need to not waste resources just because they are plentiful finally got through to me. I grew up in a Mythic environment, but thankfully, I found a more Theoretic environment. Very cool article, David. Thank you.
Very perceptive comment Sue. I understand the confusion. I had the same question. It seems counterintuitive at first.
The religions in the preAxial age celebrated feasting, and the gods were always screwing around with each other (think Homer). So even though it was a rough environment they were always spilling wine and making sacrifices and feasting. The Bible is more in line with the harsh environment religions but it may not track with all the categories and the New Testament has more of the Axial Age feel.
I understand how painful it is when those shoes pinch. You just can't go Anywhere! And a spell going barefoot on the beach is needed for sure. I've been wearing a pair of Neoplatforms lately and they work pretty well. But the CogSci Clogs really seem to fit~!
🤣 With science-based, religion-recovering family members, it's more comfortable to try on those Cog-sci clogs more often. My little book of Baha'i incantations is near at hand but collecting cobwebs too. At least it bridges the religion-science chasm.
Well,this is very timely. I've just been in the community charity bookshop on the Esplanade at Watchet and what have I found but a small cartoony style book called 'Thinking from A to Z.(3rd edition).by Nigel Warburton. It will help me to think critically which is something we all need now. Id better read of BEFORE I try to answer the question!
Very interesting article. And I like the metaphor of shoes. I've tried so many shoes that pinch or don't support my feet properly, I may go barefoot. The Shoe Salesperson will understand. The second chart confused me at first. It seemed the columns should have been switched, but then I could see the fluidity more clearly in the Theoretic. The first few entries on that chart, for me anyway, denied the need to be conservative with resources and unbending in behavior, but the need to not waste resources just because they are plentiful finally got through to me. I grew up in a Mythic environment, but thankfully, I found a more Theoretic environment. Very cool article, David. Thank you.
Very perceptive comment Sue. I understand the confusion. I had the same question. It seems counterintuitive at first.
The religions in the preAxial age celebrated feasting, and the gods were always screwing around with each other (think Homer). So even though it was a rough environment they were always spilling wine and making sacrifices and feasting. The Bible is more in line with the harsh environment religions but it may not track with all the categories and the New Testament has more of the Axial Age feel.
I understand how painful it is when those shoes pinch. You just can't go Anywhere! And a spell going barefoot on the beach is needed for sure. I've been wearing a pair of Neoplatforms lately and they work pretty well. But the CogSci Clogs really seem to fit~!
🤣 With science-based, religion-recovering family members, it's more comfortable to try on those Cog-sci clogs more often. My little book of Baha'i incantations is near at hand but collecting cobwebs too. At least it bridges the religion-science chasm.
I’m loving the clogs
😂
Well,this is very timely. I've just been in the community charity bookshop on the Esplanade at Watchet and what have I found but a small cartoony style book called 'Thinking from A to Z.(3rd edition).by Nigel Warburton. It will help me to think critically which is something we all need now. Id better read of BEFORE I try to answer the question!
So true Jane! Critical thinking is where it’s at. That’s exactly what I’m working on too.
I love your post, sir.
It resonates so deeply with me as I love history, and people and kindness and respect for everyone without being a walk over type.
Kindest regards and respect
Carol Power
Love the little lad in the photo
Thanks so much Carol! I’m so happy you’re here!
Love this. Harmony does build resilience. Thank you.