Emotions in writing and Wave Particle Duality
It’s so hard to write about emotional states and momentary feelings, because the process of reflection - that transpires while putting thoughts to words - alter the very subjects to begin with. I see this as analogous to Heisenberg’s uncertainty principle, a consequence of wave particle duality in physics, in which the act of observation alters the state of a quantum system.
How is this so?
In order to write, we assume that our subjects possess definitive states; in reality, they fluctuate with every word that is spoken or heard, every sensation received from interaction with the environment, every thought process that is made. The additional dimension of time allows us to objectively assess and rationalise these states and feelings with our belief systems. The resultant evaluation is likely to be radically different from the original subjects that are of a transient nature.
Simple Example:
(a theoretical situation of a person writing about his state of happiness that came as result of a BBQ gathering that happened earlier.)
Note: this situation did not happen to me today.
- I am happy!!!
Why are you happy?
- ‘Cos I came back from an enjoyable BBQ gathering.
What made it enjoyable?
- Good company, good food.
How was the food?
- Fantastic!!! …though I probably over-indulged (just a little)….
What does that mean?
- …it means that I need to work out twice as hard in gym over the weekend…
How do you feel about that?
- Awful.
Subjects: General
Mood: Discoveries & Relevations, Philosophical Musings
Tags: Heisenberg, physics, wave particle duality
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Yeah,…when it comes to
Yeah,…when it comes to writing our emotions on a piece paper,it somehow changes to the ambience of the surrounding. Same when I’m trying to write stuff,…I always need music to get me kicking; either if it’s grindcore to get me to write down some diatribe or some zen sounding math rock to write down something philosophical. Somehow or another my mind types & composes to the beats and colour of sound,….giving you inspiration for every sentence.
Anyway,….that’s just me talking….