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Is this a valid thing for society to aim for? Would this do more harm than good? Technology is capable of taking us towards this.
Basic Human Rights+= Right to an independent original mind?
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In summary: Would living better mean (for the majority of people) that they would no longer need to survive and reproduce? In summary, technology is capable of taking us towards this. Independent original minds are possible, but some people may feel limited by their mental handicap.
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I know most of us want to belong. So even if this capacity is given to everyone perhaps exercising it will be difficult. But atleast people will have
this capacity.
Is all just relative and there is no absolute cut-off point for possesing an independent orginal mind?
this capacity.
Is all just relative and there is no absolute cut-off point for possesing an independent orginal mind?
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How would you define "independent original mind"?
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What exactly does one mean by "independent original mind"?
As far as I can tell, my mind is the original one I had and it quite independent - sometimes too much so - it keeps wanting to leave.
So now and then I let it wander, and it seems to go interesting places.
As far as I can tell, my mind is the original one I had and it quite independent - sometimes too much so - it keeps wanting to leave.
So now and then I let it wander, and it seems to go interesting places.- #5
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One capable of creating its own reality..its own universe?? that is not borrowed from anything else? I really don't know the answer. Many people just seem to follow because they are limited in original thinking or capacity to analyse. would this be accurate? This is why I asked.
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It is easier to be a follower, but there must also be a balance between independent thought, and learning from the knowledge and experiences of others.
To take the extreme, we wouldn't allow a three year old to play in the street as an independent thinking experience.
To take the extreme, we wouldn't allow a three year old to play in the street as an independent thinking experience.
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Is everyone in the world capable of independent original thinking? If not all one's got is learning from knowledge and experience of others. Should a person in life be content and restricted to this? There's no balance here at all.
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I think it comes down to balance and patience.
Yes, I personally believe that we are all creative creatures by nature, and I think young people in particular grow impatient while waiting to express themselves without the constraint of their parents.
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Yes, I personally believe that we are all creative creatures by nature, and I think young people in particular grow impatient while waiting to express themselves without the constraint of their parents.
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CuriousArv said:
I know several significantly mentally handicapped individuals, and every one of them is capable of that. Some, in fact, appear to be more so than supposedly normal people. I would submit that any species with a cerebral cortex is able to do so.
If you are referring to Solipsism, on the other hand, my opinion is all in your mind.
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Ok, but
Do people with superior cognition feel that there is there way too much mental handicap in most people?
There are around 6 billion of us... mostly mentally handicapped. I think leaving it like this is just terribly wasting human life. More people should be able to live in a way that is not merely revolving around survival and reproduction.
Do people with superior cognition feel that there is there way too much mental handicap in most people?
There are around 6 billion of us... mostly mentally handicapped. I think leaving it like this is just terribly wasting human life. More people should be able to live in a way that is not merely revolving around survival and reproduction.
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How are most people mentally handicapped?
What is wrong with survival and reproduction? I think those are two very basic needs and am glad that many people are interested in them.
What is wrong with survival and reproduction? I think those are two very basic needs and am glad that many people are interested in them.
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I'm not saying the basics are bad things at all.
I feel that there is massive amounts of misinterpretation of data and absurdity around the place and lots of people struggle with analysing information. Add to that bias of all kinds and its even more chaotic.
I accept this as nature but I wonder whether its needs to remain as much of a rabble as it is. Can all human life be lived better?
I feel that there is massive amounts of misinterpretation of data and absurdity around the place and lots of people struggle with analysing information. Add to that bias of all kinds and its even more chaotic.
I accept this as nature but I wonder whether its needs to remain as much of a rabble as it is. Can all human life be lived better?
FAQ: Basic Human Rights+= Right to an independent original mind?
What are basic human rights?
Basic human rights are the fundamental rights that every person is entitled to, regardless of their race, gender, religion, or any other factor. These rights include the right to life, liberty, and security, as well as the right to be free from discrimination and torture.
What is the right to an independent original mind?
The right to an independent original mind is the right to think, believe, and express oneself freely, without interference or pressure from outside sources. This includes the freedom to form one's own opinions and beliefs, and to express them without fear of censorship or punishment.
Why is the right to an independent original mind important?
This right is important because it allows individuals to think critically, question authority, and challenge societal norms. It promotes diversity of thought and helps to prevent discrimination and oppression.
Are there any limitations to the right to an independent original mind?
Like all human rights, the right to an independent original mind may be limited in certain situations, such as when it infringes on the rights of others or poses a threat to national security. However, any limitations must be necessary, proportionate, and in accordance with international law.
How can we protect and promote the right to an independent original mind?
We can protect and promote this right by advocating for freedom of speech and expression, supporting diversity of thought, and actively challenging any attempts to restrict or censor individual beliefs and opinions. It is also important for governments to uphold and enforce laws that protect this right for all individuals.