Why are there so many
Songs about rainbows
And what's on the other side?
Rainbows are visions
But only illusions
And rainbows have nothing to hide
So we've been told and some choose to believe it
I know they're wrong, wait and see
Someday we'll find it, the rainbow connection
The lovers, the dreamers and me
Who said that every wish
Would be heard and answered
When wished on the morning star?
Somebody thought of that
And someone believed it
Look what it's done so far
What's so amazing that keeps us stargazing
And what do we think we might see?
Someday we'll find it, the rainbow connection
The lovers, the dreamers and me
All of us under its spell
We know that it's probably magic
Have you been half asleep
And have you heard voices?
I've heard them calling my name
Is this the sweet sound
That calls the young sailors?
The voice might be one and the same
La-da-da-dee-da-da dum
Da-da-da-da-dee-da-da-doo
Below button contains another author’s way of attempting to directly say similar concepts to what I metaphorically imply from Kermit’s song above:
I summarize the Coles Notes version below:
The Cognitive-Theoretic Model of the Universe (CTMU) offers an intricate framework that bridges the gap between abstract theoretical constructs and the tangible reality we observe. At its core, the CTMU posits that reality is a self-executing, self-configuring language known as a Self-Configuring Self-Processing Language (SCSPL), which integrates concepts of information and cognitive theory to explain complex systems and phenomena, including evolution.
Key Features of the CTMU:
Self-Contained Universe: The CTMU emphasizes that reality is self-contained and that every element of reality can be explained through its intrinsic properties. This aligns with the Reality Principle, which asserts that if something influences reality, it must be part of reality itself.
SCSPL: The CTMU describes the universe as an SCSPL, which is characterized by its capacity for self-reference, recursive self-definition, and the reflexive evolution of its structure and processes. This means that reality can be both the observer and the observed, allowing for a more integrated understanding of existence.
Language Theory: The CTMU integrates language theory to propose that the universe operates through a form of linguistic structure. This extends beyond mere description; it entails that understanding reality requires comprehension of the linguistic and syntactic rules governing it. This notion further aligns with the idea that laws of physics can be understood as a form of language or grammar.
Telic Recursion: One of the distinguishing characteristics of the CTMU is telic recursion, where the universe evolves by selecting among various potential forms in alignment with a self-selection parameter known as generalized utility. This notion introduces a purposeful aspect to the unfolding of reality, suggesting that the universe is predisposed to foster complexity and sophisticated organizations.
Integrative Framework: The CTMU aims to integrate various fields, addressing concerns in cosmology, evolutionary biology, consciousness studies, and more. It seeks to unify physical and abstract inquiries into a coherent explanation of reality, suggesting that these domains are interdependent rather than isolated.
Addressing Paradoxes: By advocating a dual-aspect monism, the CTMU attempts to resolve paradoxes often encountered in traditional reductionist and dualist frameworks. It links mental and physical reality under a singular structure, countering the historical Cartesian dichotomy.
Implications and Applications:
Evolutionary Biology: The CTMU offers a fresh perspective on evolutionary theory. Instead of seeing evolution solely through the lens of natural selection, it implicates intelligent design and teleological processes as part of evolution's narrative.
Quantum Mechanics: The model connects ideas of quantum uncertainty and complementarity by suggesting that these phenomena are results of a deeper informational structure inherent to reality as articulated through the CTMU.
Consciousness: By positioning consciousness as a central element of the universe's structure, the CTMU engages with questions of cognition, perception, and the nature of awareness, positing that consciousness itself is integral to the fabric of reality.
Conclusion:
The CTMU proposes a revolutionary approach to understanding reality, emphasizing the intertwined nature of mind, language, and existence. By framing the universe as a self-processing language, it ushers in possibilities for deeper understanding across various domains of knowledge, encouraging a re-examination of traditional scientific and philosophical assumptions. The CTMU thus provides both a theoretical and practical framework for exploring the universe's complexity and its underlying informational structure.
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