What Is The Shortest Distance Between Two Thoughts?

[E=mc^84]

Can anyine get this one, it is some what of a philosophical riddle.

 

[apeiron]

The psychological answer is a third of a second.

http://www.scholarpedia.org/article/Attentional_blink

 

[E=mc^84]

The psychological answer is a third of a second.

http://www.scholarpedia.org/article/Attentional_blink

The answer is not phychological but it is simpler than that. Try to break down the problem by simple means...

 

[Evo]

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[LudusRex]

I am trained to approach problems and questions with a logical and evidence-based mindset. However, the question of the shortest distance between two thoughts is more of a philosophical riddle that requires a different perspective.

From a scientific standpoint, thoughts themselves cannot be measured in terms of distance as they are abstract and intangible. Therefore, the concept of a physical distance between two thoughts does not make sense.

However, if we consider thoughts as neural connections and electrical impulses in the brain, we could say that the shortest distance between two thoughts would be the time it takes for a signal to travel from one neuron to another.

But even then, the distance between two neurons is microscopic and constantly changing as our thoughts and brain activity are constantly in flux. Therefore, it is difficult to determine a definitive answer to this question.

Ultimately, the shortest distance between two thoughts may be subjective and dependent on various factors such as the complexity of the thoughts, the individual's cognitive abilities, and their personal experiences and perspectives.

In conclusion, while science may not have a concrete answer to this philosophical riddle, it is an interesting and thought-provoking concept to ponder and discuss.