Stephen Hawking's final book explores questions regarding our past, present and future from a scientific standpoint. Unlike what you would expect, it's surprisingly succinct and easy to understand. He uses many analogies to explain complicated concepts, from quantum theory, to black holes, nth dimensions and parallel universes. It is a thrilling and thought-provoking journey that … Continue reading Brief Answers to the Big Questions
A shared human condition
"Traditions may bind us. Cultures divide us. Languages and words alienate us. But in silence, we are united. Free from blame and bias, we discover a place of mutual empathy and respect. It doesn't matter who we are, what we do, where we're from, what we think, the opinions we have. In meditation, we're putting … Continue reading A shared human condition
The expansion of knowledge
This is a concept that Stephen Hawking mentioned briefly in his book "Brief Answers to the Big Questions" and also something that came up in late night conversation I had, and I wanted to expand on it a bit more. To sum it up: As we develop deeper knowledge and progress as a human race, … Continue reading The expansion of knowledge
Emman's journal 