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It is indeed intriguing to witness the entanglement of complexity theorists with the Peter Thiel-adjacent “Rassenhygiene” starship. At first glance, one might find an apparent mismatch between the two, as complexity theory delves into the intricacies of dynamic systems and emergent behavior, while the “Rassenhygiene” ideology evokes troubling echoes of a dark historical past. Yet,…

For centuries, humans have relied on language as a tool for communication and survival. The ability to put our thoughts into words has been essential for our development as a species, allowing us to share information, coordinate behavior, and build complex societies. However, recent research suggests that our reliance on language may be outdated, and…

The esoteric tweet that “Information is overrated in respect to the importance of Location” is a thought-provoking statement that invites us to reflect on the significance of the physical environment in our lives. The tweet suggests that location, or the “genius loci,” as Alexander Pope called it, is a crucial factor that should be taken…

The power of the imagination is often overlooked in problem-solving. While logic and reason are essential tools, imagination allows us to think creatively, to see possibilities where others see roadblocks, and to find solutions that may not have been immediately apparent. However, it is not enough to simply trust the imagination to work; we must…

In the philosophical work of Gilles Deleuze and Félix Guattari, rhizomes refer to a way of thinking about networks, connections, and structures that is in contrast to the more traditional hierarchical models. Rhizomes are root systems that spread horizontally and grow without a central point of control, unlike trees with their trunks and branches. In…

The distinction between reality and the real is an intriguing philosophical concept that has captivated the minds of many thinkers throughout history. Reality, as we know it, is a symbolic construct that we use to make sense of the world around us. It is composed of our perceptions, beliefs, and experiences, all of which are…

Repetition in music has a complex relationship with time, which influences how we understand rhythmic repetition. Deleuze’s theories on this were strongly influenced by Messiaen and Boulez, who made a distinction between Chronos and Aion. Chronos is the time of ordered and successive moments, as found in music with normal meters, while Aion is the…

Climate change is not solvable through either politics or industry. We’re asking people to make changes that go beyond our current level of mental complexity while proposing technical solution to adaptive challenges which can only be met by a mindset shift. Point 2: Melville wrote something like that at some point in prehistory we looked…

I beat my machineIt’s a part of meIt’s inside of meI’m stuck in this dreamIt’s changing meI am becoming Trent Reznor The concept of “becoming” in Deleuze’s philosophy emphasizes the idea that identity is not fixed or predetermined, but rather is constantly in flux and emerges through the connections one makes with the world. For…

Deleuze’s concept of difference is a central aspect of his philosophy, and it challenges the traditional philosophical notion of identity and sameness. According to Deleuze, difference is not just a matter of distinguishing one thing from another but is a positive force that is constitutive of the world. In other words, difference is not just…