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Smriti Richard's avatar

This is so interesting! I especially love the consciousness example of emergence. In yogic philosophy, we think of consciousness or awareness as a result of how we move through the world. When I read your post, it sort of gave me a new language for that. I'm really keen to learn more about emergence. Thank you for sharing. 🙂

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Jonathan Tonkin's avatar

Great insight. Very cool to think of from that perspective.

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Amanda Royal's avatar

The concept of emergence sounds really intriguing.

We could use some more stability around here ; )

A few years ago, I read some news stories about a new "law of increasing complexity" being proposed by some scientists that would explain increasing complexity in both living and nonliving phenomena, such as evolution, but also the periodic table growing bigger over time with larger elements. Haven't seen much on it since, but I'm fascinated by the topic.

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Jonathan Tonkin's avatar

Interesting! I feel like I recall something like that too but can't remember. Yep, we all need a bit more stability eh! :)

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Kim Strongman's avatar

I really enjoyed reading about emergence and the examples you gave help us understand the concept. Heads up to Te Punaha Matatini for funding the more risky and creative approaches to research. It's those sorts of approaches where some big answers can be found.

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Jonathan Tonkin's avatar

Thanks Kim! Indeed! Very grateful for TPM.

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Kat Fitzpatrick's avatar

So intriguing! Thanks for writing about this.

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Jonathan Tonkin's avatar

My pleasure, Kat! :)

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Stephen Beck Marcotte's avatar

Love it. Three great topics to weave together.

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Jonathan Tonkin's avatar

Thanks Stephen!

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Sarah Morrell's avatar

Wow, this is so simply written and awe inspiring. Showing us the beauty of emergence and trials in trying to understand. Very cool 😎

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Jonathan Tonkin's avatar

Thanks Sarah! :)

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