Part 6/10:
Quantum Physics and the Nature of Space and Time
When discussing quantum mechanics and the fabric of reality, Hoffman draws attention to the concept that space and time are "doomed." Notably, as physicists have advanced, they are finding that space-time lacks foundational significance in the quest for understanding. Instead, new structures and mathematical frameworks are emerging, challenging the long-held belief that space-time is the bedrock of physical reality.
Hoffman posits that both contemporary physics and evolutionary science align in stating that our perceptions are not grounded in truth but are merely tools designed to facilitate adaptive actions within specific environments. Such insights imply that the very notion of consciousness itself requires a re-evaluation.