Re:How to Boost Self Esteem and Stop Procrastinating
by akiselev on Thursday June 17, 2021 @04:37AM
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> On whether I am rational or not, I'll just say this: Einstein believed what I believe. Newton believed what I believe. That doesn't mean I am right but I am certainly in good company.
No, they did not [1] [2]. The two believed such diametrically opposed things that I can't believe anyone could claim to be in the company of both at the same time.
Please leave the condescension at the door. It does not reflect well on your beliefs.
Re:How to Boost Self Esteem and Stop Procrastinating
by starkd on Friday June 18, 2021 @12:23PM
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I don't think that was his point. Just that neither one took such an overtly hostile position towards matters of faith, but instead recognized its role.
No, they did not [1] [2]. The two believed such diametrically opposed things that I can't believe anyone could claim to be in the company of both at the same time.
Please leave the condescension at the door. It does not reflect well on your beliefs.
[1] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Religious_and_philosophical_vi...
[2] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Religious_views_of_Isaac_Newto...