What Higher Dimensions Feel Like

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the concept of higher dimensions and how they might be perceived or understood. Participants explore the relevance of such ideas to scientific discourse, the implications of string theory, and the philosophical aspects of dimensionality.

Discussion Character

  • Debate/contested
  • Conceptual clarification
  • Exploratory

Main Points Raised

  • Some participants question the scientific relevance of discussing higher dimensions, suggesting that such ideas may lack empirical grounding.
  • Others argue that defining the universe in four dimensions is sufficient and that introducing higher dimensions complicates understanding unnecessarily.
  • There are claims that philosophical or non-scientific perspectives, such as those from Taoism, could provide insights into higher dimensions, despite being labeled "scientifically irrelevant."
  • Concerns are raised about the complexity of string theory, with some expressing dissatisfaction and suggesting that it may not be the best path forward in theoretical physics.
  • One participant expresses a desire to avoid conflict and acknowledges a perceived imbalance in knowledge among participants, indicating a reluctance to engage further in the debate.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants exhibit a range of views, with no clear consensus on the relevance or validity of higher dimensions in scientific discourse. Some express skepticism about the complexity of theories like string theory, while others defend the exploration of such ideas.

Contextual Notes

Participants reference various philosophical texts and theories, indicating that the discussion may be influenced by personal interpretations and beliefs rather than strictly scientific frameworks. The relationship between emotions and higher dimensions is also mentioned but remains ambiguous.

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What Higher Dimensions "Feel" Like

nevermind.
 
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While an interesting read, nothing here has any way of being scientifically relevant. I could just as easily claim that by tasting something salty I move through the 6th dimension.
 


We can adequately define the universe in 4 dimensions - three spatial coordinates and time, as Einstein noted. There is no need to introduce unneccesary complications.
 


Does everything have to be "scientifically relevant" ? I get your point though. It can't be expressed by a Linear ODE, but then not very much in our universe can. I think it's more than just a cool idea but to explain why I'd have to bring in a lot more "scientifically irrelevant" stuff like passages from Tao the Ching or the Middle Length Discourses.
 
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I guess you dislike String Theorists for being needlessly complicated. Well, you're certainly not the only one. Seems a lot of people are fed up and dissatisfied with it. I can't say I blame them necessarily, I think we all need to consider the matter further. I'm not in the string theoriy camp myself, I mean we don't want to go back to epicycles; but relativity hasn't provided us all the answers.
 
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Hirams_bro said:
Go back and read where I said "food for thought". It was the first sentence.. That would be near the beginning of the post.

If you want idle speculation, then PF is not the forum for you. (As per PF rules) There are plenty of other ones elsewhere online if you would like to post on one of them however.

Hirams_bro said:
I guess you hate String Theorists then for being needlessly complicated. Well, you're certainly not the only one. Seems a lot of people are fed up and dissatisfied with it. I can't say I blame them necessarily, I think we all need to consider the matter further. We don't want to go back to epicycles, but relativity hasn't provided us all the answers. Certainly you realize that.

And your point is what? How does any of this relate to your original post? String theory and emotions being someone moving in a higher dimension aren't even remotely related.
 


My reply about string theorists was to Chronos. But Drakkith, you're right. You're smart, I'm not. I beg your forgiveness. Just ignore my thread ok? I don't want to argue with a "scientist". I'm not in 10th grade anymore.
 

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