Quote by Felix Alba-Juez

Why is it so difficult for us to think in relative terms? Well, for the good reason that human nature loves absoluteness, and erroneously considers it as a state of higher knowledge.

Why is it so difficult for us to think in relative terms? We

Summary

This quote highlights the struggle humans have in thinking in relative terms. It explains that people find it difficult because human nature tends to favor absolutes and views them as a form of superior knowledge. The tendency to seek certainty and concrete answers often leads to the misconception that absolute truths hold greater value. This innate inclination to prioritize absolutes makes it challenging for individuals to embrace the idea that things can be relative and that there might not always be one definitive answer or perspective.

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Science Philosophy Physics Epistemology Relativity

By Felix Alba-Juez

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