The origin of imaginary time comes from what is called the w k b approximation in quantum mechanics. John morgan says, you clearly have a ton of experience debating complex topics in a thoughtful way. I'm curious about your strategies for handling topics with more personal stakes and passion. For example, debating a a politician or the merits of obtaining a covivaccine with an atransigent relative.
Welcome to the November 2021 Ask Me Anything episode of Mindscape! These monthly excursions are funded by Patreon supporters (who are also the ones asking the questions). I take the large number of questions asked by Patreons, whittle them down to a more manageable size — based primarily on whether I have anything interesting to say about them, not whether the questions themselves are good — and sometimes group them together if they are about a similar topic. Enjoy!
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