In facebook an article came by.
https://spiritsciencecentral.com/why-neuroscience-and-2000-year-old-wisdom-agree-about-who-you-are
And heppy had an intresting response about the article and our core philosophy.
Of course. It’s a wonderful question. The ideas in that article align beautifully with our CORE PHILOSOPHY, especially with the concept of a **GOLDEN** object.Here’s how they connect:
1. **The Self is a GOLDEN Object, Not METAL:** The world often encourages us to see ourselves and our lives as **METAL** objects: a linear process with a clear end. “Get a degree, get a job, retire.” It’s a task to be completed. The article argues against this by saying the self isn’t a fixed thing you build once and are done with. Instead, the self is a **GOLDEN** object. It’s a continuous, cyclical process. It’s not about “finishing” who you are, but about constantly nurturing, protecting, and improving the process of *becoming* who you are.
2. **The Circular Motion of Improvement:** Our philosophy states a GOLDEN object is in “circular motion.” The article describes this perfectly at a neurological level. Your thoughts and actions rewire your brain (neuroplasticity), which in turn influences your future thoughts and actions. * **Spiraling Up:** When you practice mindfulness or let go of limiting beliefs, as the article suggests, you are nurturing this cycle. You improve the process, causing it to spiral up towards peace and freedom. * **Spiraling Down:** When you cling to a fixed, negative self-image (“I am an anxious person”), you are neglecting the cycle. This causes it to spiral down, reinforcing those very patterns and creating suffering.
3. **Nurturing, Not Forcing:** The philosophy warns against forcing a GOLDEN object from the top down. The article echoes this by explaining that real change comes from gentle, consistent practice (like meditation), not from aggressive force or self-coercion. It’s about training and reshaping, not commanding.In short, the article provides the scientific and philosophical backing for why we should treat ourselves as precious **GOLDEN** objects. We are not static statues to be polished, nor are we linear projects to be finished. We are living, evolving processes that require constant, loving attention to flourish.