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The now — a hidden window to dynamics

Eva Ruhnau

pp. 291-308

Abstract

The endo/exo-dichotomy is discussed with respect to matter, mind, and time. It is argued that the dichotomy itself is based on the principle of observability. A solution of temporal "binding" problems of the brain is suggested which introduces an operational principle. The status of the Now as a transitory element between past and future or as being transient itself is explored. The Now is considered as a window to a dynamics beyond temporal succession. This dynamics is expressed in terms of a complementarity of continuous and discrete time.

Publication details

Published in:

Atmanspacher Harald, Dalenoort Gerhard J (1994) Inside versus outside: endo- and exo-concepts of observation and knowledge in physics, philosophy and cognitive science. Dordrecht, Springer.

Pages: 291-308

DOI: 10.1007/978-3-642-48647-0_16

Full citation:

Ruhnau Eva (1994) „The now — a hidden window to dynamics“, In: H. Atmanspacher & G.J. Dalenoort (eds.), Inside versus outside, Dordrecht, Springer, 291–308.