[ExI] Science or Scientism?

[Stuart LaForge]

Samantha Atkins wrote:

> Having been deeply into spirituality for a time I well know its
> strengths.  However I found little there that I can trust more than what
> the best science an rationality I am modestly capable of has verified. 
>  I fervently wished it was otherwise.  I really wanted to BELIEVE.  

Samantha. :-) How nice to hear from you. We have had our arguments but I
have missed your voice.

Ultimately the spiritual truths you derive for yourself are the only ones
worth believing in. Epiphany, satori, grace or whatever name you call it
does not offer two-for-one specials. All the best gurus are capable of is
to make the seeking seem worth the effort.

And spirit is real it's just more mundane than people expect. It's made
out of bits and I am close to formulating a "physics of spirituality" of
sorts. Once I get everything in order, I will share it with the list.

Stuart LaForge