Scientists pontificate about an infinite number of parallel universes that co-exist.
My far simpler brain notices how we – mere mortals – often seem to live in parallel universes, while living the exact same reality. We often understand what’s objectively happening in massively subjective ways.
This human inclination is the cause of so much conflict. Understanding our tendency is also the cure for conflict. (Two realities that co-exist right there too! Isn’t that trippy deep!?)
Case in point, this text conversation with my daughter:
My daughter: went to the doctor for a cough, tiredness, and headaches and she diagnosed me as Type A. 👍 thanks
My other daughter: huh
Me: What doc
My daughter: That’s what happened. At a clinic
Me: You received a divine message
My daughter: I received high quality medical care
Me: (Congrats on the adulting move too!)
My daughter: Never doing that again…$150 to be told I’m Type A
Me: You’re missing a message from the universe. Shh. Listen
My daughter: I’m not receiving a message from the universe
Me: Listen and you will
My daughter: I’m receiving a message from a very rude doctor
Me: The messenger…Never blame the messenger. They are just doing their job.
My daughter: 🙄
: )
On the topic of different realities co-existing, check out Dr. Gabor Mate’s clip explaining how NO TWO CHILDREN HAVE THE SAME PARENT. Speaking from experience, I think that’s totally true! Do you?
