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Quote by: Gorgo We are part of a structure, and we need that structure. But beyond that, we cannot get worth from outside of ourselves.

But look how far you have to go to get 'beyond that.' And why would there be meaning outside of its context?

While what others think of us is important we need to know that the concept of self-worth is irrelevant.

Politics is where people gain self-worth from what other people think (maybe glial cells are neural politicians?). Scientists and philosophers gain a feeling of self-worth when they feel they've acquired a more accurate perspective; and in my mind they are more worthy if they can communicate that movement and aid others in acquiring a more accurate perspective for themselves. Self-worth is irrelivant when one is persuing 'pleromatic' material truth, as physical scientists do; hence, it is commendable for a scientist or a philosopher to be able to detach themselves from their personal compulsions. And 'beyond that,' if there is a universal harmony we should be adhering to but for some reason we are not; then it may be the purpose, the worth, and the meaning of human consciousness to get us back to the garden.

And as far as neurological disorders are concerned, they are more likely if you remove an individuals feeling of self-worth; so you'd best be sure before you present it as your recommended course of action. I understand that neural harmony can be achieved when semantic conflict is overcome, and that an easy way to do this is to focus on Nothing; as a result, i believe, there is a belief that Nothing is better than Truth. But Truth is just as good at achieving neural harmony, it's just alot, ALOT, more obscure; and afterword the Truth tells you things.