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THE SPHERICAL SPACETIME - ALEXIS KARPOUZOS
I. The Question of a Spacetime without Centre From Aristotle to Kant, Western philosophy approached space and time primarily as conditions of the possibility of experience or as properties of reality. In the Aristotelian tradition, space is defined topologically — as the place of bodies — and time arithmetically — as 'the number of motions with respect to before and after'. In Kantian critical philosophy, space and time become a priori forms of intuition, transcendental conditions of all phenomenal experience. Yet in both traditions a common assumption is preserved: space and time are structures that organise phenomena from a — however implicit — centre of reference. Alexis Karpouzos radically challenges this assumption. The Spherical Spacetime he introduces is neither place nor intuition; it is a dynamic ontological structure that refuses every privileged point of reference, every external centre, every principle that precedes the very movement of the world. The question posed from the outset is this: what does it mean to think a spacetime that does not 'contain' beings but is the very manner in which beings are? And what ontological consequences does this displacement carry for the understanding of existence, consciousness, and truth?
By alexis karpouzos25 days ago in Education
How the Sun Formed from a Nebula: The Incredible Story of Our Solar System's Birth
What Is a Nebula? A nebula is a massive cloud of gas and dust that exists in space. These clouds are primarily made of hydrogen and helium, the two lightest and most abundant elements in the universe. Nebulae also contain small amounts of heavier elements and microscopic dust particles.
By shahkar jalal25 days ago in Education
The Silver Creation
“My brother warned me to not accept gifts from the one who commissioned you,” Epimetheus said, his voice echoing against the stone pillars of the temple. Before him stood a woman clad in silvery raiments, her skin catching the flickering light of the torches. A silver tiara rested upon her brow, and rings glinted from her fingers and toes.
By imtiazalam25 days ago in Fiction
Why Solar Radiation Varies: Understanding the Changing Energy from the Sun
What Is Solar Radiation? Solar radiation refers to the electromagnetic energy emitted by the Sun. This energy travels through space in the form of light, heat, and other types of radiation. When solar radiation reaches Earth, some of it is absorbed by the atmosphere, some is reflected back into space, and the rest reaches the surface.
By shahkar jalal25 days ago in Education
How Singles Overcome Social Anxiety While Meeting Potential Romantic Partners
Social anxiety may pose a considerable challenge to the singles who want to have relationships. It can usually be seen in the form of fear of being judged, being self-conscious and being reluctant to socialize, such as during a dating outing or during an online chat. It is important to realize that such feelings are a shared experience and not an individual weakness to overcome them.
By Willian James25 days ago in Humans
Practical Strategies To Avoid Dating Burnout And Emotional Exhaustion
Dating burnout is experienced when an individual becomes mentally, emotionally or physically exhausted due to recurring dating life. Such symptoms are frustration, cynicism, anxiety, and loss of interest in new partners. The ability to notice these indicators early will allow avoiding exhaustive conditions.
By Willian James25 days ago in Humans
I Ate the Best Brain Foods for 30 Days — Here’s What Happened
We spend years trying to improve our focus, memory, and productivity. Some people buy expensive productivity apps, others try complicated routines. But neuroscientists often point to something much simpler: what we eat. So I decided to run a personal experiment. For 30 days, I only ate foods that researchers commonly describe as “brain foods.” These are foods known to support memory, concentration, and mental clarity. No junk food. No sugary snacks. Just foods that supposedly fuel the brain. I didn’t expect dramatic results. But by the end of the month, I noticed some surprising changes.
By Shahid Zaman25 days ago in Psyche
Dating Advice For Overcoming Fear Of Being Hurt Again Emotionally
The fear of getting hurt during dating is usually developed because of the previous experiences with rejection, betrayal, or heartbreak. Such emotional traumas can form self-defensive shells and it is hard to trust new partners and be involved in the relationships. The first step towards overcoming the fear is identifying the source of the fear.
By Willian James25 days ago in Humans
How To Maintain Hope After Multiple Failed Dating Experiences Recently
The fact that single individuals have gone through various unsuccessful dating experiences, may dishearten them, frustrate or make them skeptical of ever getting any meaningful relationships. Suppressing these feelings can lead to the extension of negativity and affects future dating experience. It is necessary to accept and deal with past disappointments to recover emotionally.
By Willian James25 days ago in Humans
