Interesting read. I particularly like the manner in which you explain the limitations of the utility of statistics. I strongly suspect that the regard so many have for that practice is closely tied to the human minds fondness for 'categorization' which is a means of simplifying things in order to make them easier to think about.
Also one has to wonder how much 'nurture' plays a role in the differing ways that men and women think. It seems clear that the physiological difference of 'nature' cannot account for much of it. Although I note that there doesn't seem to be any mention of the differing chemical constitution between men and women in the studies. They all seem to be focused on the physical construct of the brain.
In truth this post could lead to a very interesting debate because it opens the door to one of Metaphysics most basic questions - What is an identity? How far down the rabbit hole do we want to go?
Great post!
Blessed Be.
Categorization, labeling, strict frames...yes, we do tend to create limiting beliefs and, sometimes, researchers follow this path also, forgetting that research itself should leave open possibilities in the end.
yes, the focus is on the brain with no information about the chemical processes. Psycho-somatics might work differently for genders.
Let's have an Identity challenge one day!
Do you want that?
Thank you for reading this article and for engaging. I feel happy!
I'm intensely curious what you have in mind for an 'Identity Challenge". I for one have a pretty darn good understanding of who I am, not entirely complete because this part of the journey isn't over yet, but a very good one none the less. However I'm unsure if it is something I could ever articulate...I think that degree of clear expression would require some form of telepathy...and I ain't got that'n figured out yet.
But I'm always game for a challenge!!
I'll be offering guidance when I launch the contest.
It's going to be based on a simple pyramid of change... I won't say more about it right now.
It will be launched as soon as I have more free time.
And I'm happy to know you're up to this challenge!
You might discover new things about yourself.
Hugs!
Always!!!
That's what the journey of Life is all about.
EXACTLY!
I'm intensely curious what you have in mind for an 'Identity Challenge". I for one have a pretty darn good understanding of who I am, not entirely complete because this part of the journey isn't over yet, but a very good one none the less. However I'm unsure if it is something I could ever articulate...I think that degree of clear expression would require some form of telepathy...and I ain't got that'n figured out yet.
But I'm always game for a challenge!!