Changed Quote by Seth
“We've discovered that the earth isn't flat; that we won't fall off its edges, and our experience as a species has changed as a result. Maybe we'll soon find out that the self isn't "flat" either, and that death is as real and yet as deceptive as the horizon; that we don't fall out of life either.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Podcast "The Future of Consciousness", 2023
Our view of reality evolves; both physical and mental models may be oversimplified, revealing deeper complexities.
In simple terms: Reality is deeper than it seems.
Key Takeaway
Question assumptions, explore depth.
Themes
philosophy
science
self
knowledge
reality
complexity
Mood
thoughtful
speculative
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- education
- spiritual practice
- scientific research
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
metaphysics
cognitive science
Questions to Reflect On
- What "flat" assumptions limit you?
- How might a non‑flat self change your life?
A Different Perspective
New models may be speculative.
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