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My Thoughts: Jan08
This is my first true post on the Space Collective. First of all, I want to state how much of an inspiration this place is, to see essays, theories, videos and photos that are great works by themselves but also spark more work to be created. Second, of which the bulk of this entry is to be dedicated to, are some of my opinions and ideas regarding various issues that I’ve seen either in the Space Collective or in my everyday readings and life.
I will elaborate on each of these snippets of ideas in longer, more detailed and evidence-supported entries in the future, this here acts as an introduction from me to the Space Collective and also as a reminder for myself as to what I need to continue thinking about and what I was thinking at a certain point of time.
Trans-humanism:
Since we have started to mold the environments we live in, we are no longer as subject to the temperaments of nature as we once were. This is both a good thing and a bad thing, but besides the point.
Fact is, we are no longer progressing because nature is pushing us to, but because we can and want to. Sure, there are some factors which still affect us, but a good number of the population are now more affected by man-made environments and actions than nature.
For this reason, humans will be progressing far beyond anything that could happen in nature. Genes can be altered in the embryonic stages to modify the capabilities of that person (to a certain extent), machinery will soon be compatible to humans, much like prosthetic limbs, and humans will continue to improve in this manner.
With such “artificial” and “unnatural” improvements of human beings, there will inevitably be conflict between those who decide to stay and those who decide to improve. Kurt Vonnegut’s story, “Unready to Wear” discusses what might happen to a society when humans are given a choice to be fundamentally changed.
Staying in Touch with Nature
Organic Design. Taking nature as an inspiration for architecture, design and lifestyle in order to stay in touch with our biological origins.
We need to respect nature, or at least what is left of it. Companies, organizations and even individuals have to be held responsible for their actions which might harm the environment and nature. Some cities are now free of trees, soon entire countries will be, unless something is done.
Living our lives so as to make the least impact on the environment is another way to stay in touch with our origins. It all boils down to respect. Like a person, respect can bridge gaps and can also allow for new relationships.
To stay in touch with nature, we need to treasure it, to respect it and to protect it.
Language and Consciousness
My previous entry was an article I had found regarding the role of self-talk in consciousness.
I’ve been reading up on this topic, since I have an interest in linguistics and the mind as a whole. I do not claim to be an expert on this subject, I am merely stating my views.
Language, to me, is a great invention. It is so much more than the growling of dogs, the cawing of crows or the roaring of tigers. Language is the tool by which human beings can express their consciousness to others; the consciousness being thoughts, opinions, predictions and everything that goes on in the mind. It is what allows people to think and reflect. Trying to think without words is like forcing yourself to go to sleep; it cannot be done consciously. At least, in my experience, whenever I am consciously in thought, words are what pours through my mind. While imagining objects or situations, images are used, but for most part, conscious thinking is based around language.
Language assists the development of a consciousness. If humans were never to invent language, I would think that we would not be as developed as we are now, in terms of understanding ourselves and contemplating our existence.
The Future
The future is in communication. In fact, the future has been going on for years, in the form of the Internet.
Connectivity and collaboration will the basis for developments in the future.
End
This is it for this entry. It isn’t perfect, my ideas may not be right, and the facts might not be there, but this is a collection of my views on a variety of subjects.
Feel free to disagree or to elaborate on anything I’ve written.
In addition, if anyone has any reading recommendations or anything to point me in the right direction for research, I would be grateful!
Look for more detailed entries in the near future.
I will elaborate on each of these snippets of ideas in longer, more detailed and evidence-supported entries in the future, this here acts as an introduction from me to the Space Collective and also as a reminder for myself as to what I need to continue thinking about and what I was thinking at a certain point of time.
Trans-humanism:
Since we have started to mold the environments we live in, we are no longer as subject to the temperaments of nature as we once were. This is both a good thing and a bad thing, but besides the point.
Fact is, we are no longer progressing because nature is pushing us to, but because we can and want to. Sure, there are some factors which still affect us, but a good number of the population are now more affected by man-made environments and actions than nature.
For this reason, humans will be progressing far beyond anything that could happen in nature. Genes can be altered in the embryonic stages to modify the capabilities of that person (to a certain extent), machinery will soon be compatible to humans, much like prosthetic limbs, and humans will continue to improve in this manner.
With such “artificial” and “unnatural” improvements of human beings, there will inevitably be conflict between those who decide to stay and those who decide to improve. Kurt Vonnegut’s story, “Unready to Wear” discusses what might happen to a society when humans are given a choice to be fundamentally changed.
Staying in Touch with Nature
Organic Design. Taking nature as an inspiration for architecture, design and lifestyle in order to stay in touch with our biological origins.
We need to respect nature, or at least what is left of it. Companies, organizations and even individuals have to be held responsible for their actions which might harm the environment and nature. Some cities are now free of trees, soon entire countries will be, unless something is done.
Living our lives so as to make the least impact on the environment is another way to stay in touch with our origins. It all boils down to respect. Like a person, respect can bridge gaps and can also allow for new relationships.
To stay in touch with nature, we need to treasure it, to respect it and to protect it.
Language and Consciousness
My previous entry was an article I had found regarding the role of self-talk in consciousness.
I’ve been reading up on this topic, since I have an interest in linguistics and the mind as a whole. I do not claim to be an expert on this subject, I am merely stating my views.
Language, to me, is a great invention. It is so much more than the growling of dogs, the cawing of crows or the roaring of tigers. Language is the tool by which human beings can express their consciousness to others; the consciousness being thoughts, opinions, predictions and everything that goes on in the mind. It is what allows people to think and reflect. Trying to think without words is like forcing yourself to go to sleep; it cannot be done consciously. At least, in my experience, whenever I am consciously in thought, words are what pours through my mind. While imagining objects or situations, images are used, but for most part, conscious thinking is based around language.
Language assists the development of a consciousness. If humans were never to invent language, I would think that we would not be as developed as we are now, in terms of understanding ourselves and contemplating our existence.
The Future
The future is in communication. In fact, the future has been going on for years, in the form of the Internet.
Connectivity and collaboration will the basis for developments in the future.
End
This is it for this entry. It isn’t perfect, my ideas may not be right, and the facts might not be there, but this is a collection of my views on a variety of subjects.
Feel free to disagree or to elaborate on anything I’ve written.
In addition, if anyone has any reading recommendations or anything to point me in the right direction for research, I would be grateful!
Look for more detailed entries in the near future.
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