integral postmetaphysical enaction

[Edward theurj Berge]

It is with much ado that I change the name of my blog to “integral postmetaphysical enaction” but will keep the same address. The term nonduality is too limited and too attached to certain metaphysical schools of philosophy and religion. Yes, I can recontextualize the term, make it mean whatever I want, but the weight of its historical association is more than my miniscule influence can overcome. On the other hand the term enaction is within the historical context of recent developments in cognitive science yet applicable to all methodologies across the spectrum. Plus it specifically denotes the kind of nonduality in which I'm interested through continuity, both within an individual and between an individual with others and the environment. In AQALese, the integrated and inseparable relations between the one and the many, the inside and the outside. And all within a postmetaphysical, developmental trajectory that dynamically enacts a worldspace, not discovers a universal, given world. It also demonstrates the relation of action and theory, for it is my hope to inspire action in those who read these theoretical ramblings.

 

By the way, I did an internet search on those terms in  parentheses and again it is currently the only link on the web, another first.

 

Here is a good working definition of enaction from Enaction School 2010:

 

“The term enactive is used to identify a way of thinking about, and a set of methodologies for conducting, cognitive science. This approach to describing, explaining and investigating the mind emphasises the valued, meaningful interaction between a living agent and its environment. It emphasises the continuity between the basic processes of living (e.g. metabolism) and cognition. It recognises the autonomy of living systems and the way in which meaning, thought and experience emerge within the dynamic, skilful activity of the agent - the enaction of meaning, thought and experience.

 

“Standing in contrast to much of mainstream thinking within Cognitive Science, the enactive approach challenges many of the basic assumptions of extant theory. The body (including but not limited to the brain) is considered to have an integral role in the processes of the mind. Cognitive processes are seen as the means by which an agent adapts their behavior so as to maintain their values (in the simplest case, biological values such as continued existence but in more complex cases, social and cultural values come into play). The nature of such processes is considered to be dynamic and adaptive, rather than a set of structures that are universal and modular in character.”

[Edward theurj Berge]

Some clarifications on actor-network theory.

[Edward theurj Berge]

What "is" the differance @ Integral World.

[Balder]

Wow, very cool.  Congratulations! 

[Edward theurj Berge]

I gave IPS a couple of plugs too.

[Edward theurj Berge]

Obama accurately frames the issues.

[Balder]

That is currently blocked for me; I'll read it at home when I can.  What do you feel about the NDAA, Ed?  For me, as I currently understand it (and its implications), this was the final straw that broke my trust in O.  I don't trust him anymore and don't have anyone I would feel comfortable supporting this coming election.

[Edward theurj Berge]

I too detest the NDAA and it must be overcome. But I must take into account a broader picture of overall policies. On the economy Obama's values and policies are in line with mine and the Republican plan is detestable. Well, the Congressional Progressive Caucus budget is closer still but that's been defeated and Obama's is much closer to it than Ryan's "social Darwinism," an apt description.

[Edward theurj Berge]

My new essay "Constructive and deconstructive postmodernism" at Integral World.

[Balder]

Ah, great news, again!  Happy Easter, and congratulations, Edward.

[Edward theurj Berge]

Edwards' lenses & Lakoff's image schemas. And a happy resurrection to you too.

[Edward theurj Berge]

The facts about US corporate taxes. The private equity scam.

[Edward theurj Berge]

Cultural origins of human cognition.