My name is Carl. I have no academic credentials for the things I say here. My only “qualification” is that I’ve been out of step with mainstream life since childhood—some eight decades ago now. This has led me to question nearly everything (see my short bio).
I’ve poured my insights and evolving understanding into these pages, reflecting on the Tao Te Ching, ancient teachings, and science as a way to make sense of life’s mysteries. I invite you to explore these thoughts—not as final answers, but as stepping stones on your own path of discovery.
— Carl Abbott
P.S. I feel my “final” post in 2017, “The Tradeoff,” fully summed up my understanding of life and our species. And yet I’m left with an urge to boil down my take on life even further… perhaps too far? Anyhow, if you’re game, see Occam’s razor.