CITE: Pearce, J. C. The Crack in the Cosmic Egg: New Constructs of Mind and Reality. Julian Press. 1970.
SUMMARY
In this groundbreaking book, Pearce explores the relationship between the mind, reality, and human consciousness. He argues that the human mind is capable of creating its own reality, and that this ability is what separates humans from other animals. Pearce also discusses how this process of reality creation can lead to both positive and negative outcomes, and how understanding this process can help individuals reach their full potential. Finally, he examines the limitations of scientific materialism and proposes a new paradigm for understanding reality.
HIGHLIGHTS
- Pearce argues that the mind is not limited to the brain but extends beyond it, connecting us to a larger cosmic consciousness.
- He proposes that humans have the potential to evolve beyond their current state of consciousness and that this evolution is necessary for our survival as a species.
- Pearce suggests that the key to this evolution is the realization of our interconnectedness with each other and the cosmos.
SELECTED QUOTES
- “The reality you create is the reality you experience.” (p. 6)
- “The person you are is a product of the world you inhabit, and the world you inhabit is a product of the person you are.” (p. 12)
- “The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new landscapes, but in having new eyes.” (p. 17)
- “The human brain is not the source of consciousness but rather the receiver of it. Consciousness is everywhere, omnipresent in the universe, and the brain is simply the instrument that allows us to perceive it.” (p. 27)
- “The reality we perceive is a construct of our minds, shaped by our beliefs and expectations. To change our reality, we must first change our beliefs.” (p. 87)
- “The universe is not a collection of separate objects but a single, interconnected whole. Everything is inextricably linked, and the actions of one affect the whole.” (p. 149)
