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Dualism in Human Nature from "summary" of A Treatise of Human Nature by David Hume
Humans often struggle with the idea that their nature is composed of two distinct parts: body and mind. This dualism is a difficult concept to understand and navigate.- People are composed of two distinct substances: the mind and body. We experience a dualism within our own nature, which is fundamental to understanding how we exist.
- We must come to terms with this dual feature and accept that such contradicting forces exist in our internal functioning.
- The human condition is defined by its mental and physical aspects, each contrasting one another in ways that are endlessly fascinating.
- Duality in human nature implies both autonomy and alliance; they depend upon each other yet are still separate entities connected individually.
- It suggests that despite unrelenting attempts for oneness and unity there will always be dualistic elements rooted within us.
- Our minds can see incredibility different from what the body feels and vice versa. Ideals become tangible sensations while sensations become intellectual ideas.
- We should value the notion of two-way thinking, as it encourages us to use innovative methods when dealing with dilemmas or conflicts either internal or external.
- From psychological standpoint, reconciling the disparities within ourselves represents ultimate balance between how we think and how we feel.
