So, this is a CENTRAL aspect of UTOK, which is why I was so excited to see it framed this way by Matt.
In A New Synthesis, I lay out very clearly why we need a descriptive metaphysical systemic analysis of the empirical findings of the natural sciences psychological science. And, when you do that, you realize that the concepts and categories that we have for science (relative to subjective and social knowing), mind (relative to matter), and behavior (relative to matter and mind) are all f*cked up. I mean SERIOUSLY confused.
We can't put the puzzle together because we are playing with confused language systems. Descriptive metaphysics says we need to systematically analyze our concepts for science and how they interrelate to one another.
In A New Synthesis is properly framed as a descriptive metaphysical analysis of psychological science in relationship to natural science, such that a new coherent language system is generated.
Crucially, it builds on A New Unified Theory of Psychology, which generated a metatheoretical architecture that assimilated and integrated the major schools of thought in psychological science and psychotherapy into a coherent paradigm that was conceptually up to the task.
Best,
G
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I just read Matthew Segall's article "The Process of Metaphysics and the Metaphysics of Process: Thinking with Jim Rutt," which is a suburb review of the "science-metaphysics continuum." https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ffootnotes2plato.substack.com%2Fp%2Fthe-process-of-metaphysics-and-the&data=05%7C02%7CTOK-SOCIETY-L%40LISTSERV.JMU.EDU%7C94e07b12799f4329e7f308dc4d9c653f%7Ce9333c23cac742f499895cee3d4a79c0%7C0%7C0%7C638470581297137413%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=FjYy9D6%2BXhoTFqr8Wsa6uHxeEpf%2F2Pob8%2Bq6TXMzdIw%3D&reserved=0
Segall emphasizes a close relationship between science and metaphysics, advocating for a deep coherence between the two disciplines. He argues that metaphysics should not be divorced from scientific facts but instead seeks to harmonize scientific knowledge with human experience.
In his view (and mine), metaphysics delves into the deeper presuppositions and implications of scientific theories, aiming to uncover the general principles underlying physical science. While acknowledging the importance of scientific inquiry, he also highlights the limitations of strict scientific questions, suggesting that some inquiries, such as the question of why there is something rather than nothing, fall within the realm of metaphysics rather than strict science.
Furthermore, he suggests that metaphysics should be informed by scientific discoveries and theories, especially those from the complexity sciences. This integration allows for a broader understanding of nature and its processes beyond traditional dichotomies like vitalism and mechanism.
Overall, he advocates for a symbiotic relationship between science and metaphysics, where each discipline informs and enriches the other, leading to a more profound coherence between scientific knowledge and human experience.
Over the past 40 years, I've been a clinical psychologist, psychotherapist, scientist, and psychological assessment tool developer focused on gaining and using empirical data about the influence of mindsets and mental frameworks on coping methods, emotional states, and behavioral reactions, both adaptive/beneficial and maladaptive detrimental to an individual's physical wellness & psychological wellbeing. I gathered, analyzed, and used data via observation and computerized measurement instead of relying on speculative conjecture or arbitrary intuition. Until very recently, this approach was not readily accepted by other mental health practitioners who considered psychotherapy "an art, not a science." This has led to decades of frustration and disappointment, yet I've continued to follow this path.
In addition, I've been exploring, defining, and writing about the nature of reality, experience, and consciousness. I rely on science as far as it can go and turn to metaphysical ideas based on logic, cosmological presuppositions, consistency, and coherence that do not refute firm scientific discoveries and understandings.
I'm eager to respond to any questions and welcome collaboration.
Thank you,
Steve Beller, PhD
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