What is the basis for a functioning society? Does it stem from human nature, our drive to create a human world instead of being content in a natural one? Maybe it comes from mathematics and science need to discover, to explain the natural world. Perhaps the opposite is true, maybe it is the human mind that creates its ideal world and attempts to work towards practical science and to create the basic from ideal. I would argue that truth lie in both these forms. However, I believe there is some truth to say that intellectual society is that of emotions, of both science and literature working together. And most important of all, trust. BUT COLE DOESN'T TRUST ME SO THEREFORE HES DUMB!
I recently tried to help Cole, my long time high school friend, perform a simple computing task that ended with him refusing my assistance and shoving me back. Not only does that show an inability to preform cohesively with human reason, but also a brashness that stems from passion. Not only are these emotions irrational but, as Plato argues, "feminine".
Next time Cole, perhaps you will think twice before refusing the help of a willing person. The world would be a much better place if science and literature can coexist and create a third level of mind, that which Cole does not posses as I have proved.
Just kidding Cole :)
And what's truly shocking is that Cole asked ME for help with his computing issues. I don't even know the shortcuts on my own computer. Sigh. Let's hope this almost-intervention changes his cruel ways.
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