The belief that only what we can empirically observe & measure is "real" is a dogma too. Valuing physical or sensory data over other forms of experience a value judgment in itself.
As you say, each of us chooses what to believe . . . let's just be fair enough to admit that "only the physical is real" is just as much a belief system as any religion.
That said, perhaps we all stand to learn more by discussing our varied viewpoints with open minds and hearts rather than criticizing the beliefs we do not agree with.
On Jan 23, 2010 Allie wrote:
Re: Rational
The belief that only what we can empirically observe & measure is "real" is a dogma too. Valuing physical or sensory data over other forms of experience a value judgment in itself.
As you say, each of us chooses what to believe . . . let's just be fair enough to admit that "only the physical is real" is just as much a belief system as any religion.
That said, perhaps we all stand to learn more by discussing our varied viewpoints with open minds and hearts rather than criticizing the beliefs we do not agree with.