The field of surgery is often associated with a sense of scientific precision and technical skill. Surgeons are revered for their ability to manipulate the human body and perform life-saving procedures. However, there is an inherent mysticism that surrounds the practice of surgery, a divinity that can only be understood by those who have donned the surgeon's mask. In many ways, surgeons act as conduits between life and death. They possess the power to heal, to remove pain and suffering from the bodies of those in need. This power, rooted in the understanding of human anatomy and the mechanics of the body, is both mystical and awe-inspiring.
Good questions. My colleagues sought to account for mystical visions and other exceptional experiences with a variety of frameworks, involving quantum mechanics, information theory, Hinduism, Buddhism, Jungian psychology or combinations of the above. These perspectives diverge from conventional materialism, which insists that matter is primary. Although I was invited to the symposium because of my interest in mysticism, I kept finding myself playing the role of skeptic, pushing back against my colleagues’ assertions. Here are points I made, or tried to make, at the meeting.
This non-materialist outlook, I think it s fair to say, was the majority view at Esalen, and it has become increasingly popular among prominent mind-body theorists, such as Christof Koch and David Chalmers. Perhaps another reason I have not shared any of this before is because I feel that a bad experience pervasive, shattering does not necessarily negate the others.
This power, rooted in the understanding of human anatomy and the mechanics of the body, is both mystical and awe-inspiring. The surgeon's hand becomes an instrument of divinity, working in harmony with the forces of life and death. The operating room itself can be seen as a sacred space, where the boundaries between the physical and the spiritual blur.
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For RP purposes Ive been looking into how dialogue is structured based on your tags and attributes. Heres what I know.
GENDER:
-Male: refered to in male pronouns.
-Female: refered to in female pronouns.
RACE:
-Dwarf: dialogue tends to be about discrimination
-Elf: cannibalism is a running theme
-Human: people see your race as bullies
-Lizard: Prideful and arrogant. Lets you read that one Lizard tome on that boat.
-Undead: Mysterious and vague allusions to the past and the self
ORIGIN:
My impressions are, Beast is a freedom fighter/terrorist who hates himself, Fane talks about himself when eternals are mentioned with a heaping side of intellectualized ego, Ifan is a grizzled criminal, Lohse is a suffering pollyanna, Red Prince has excessive pride being red and a prince and sebille is a femme fatale.
ASPIRATION:
-Barbarian: Confrontational, different from Strength dialogue checks in that Strength-based dialogue is more menacing while barbarian is being argumentative.
-Jester: You're either good with kids or annoying. Your jokes arent that funny. Good for solving certain puzzles.
-Mystic: You're either a spiritual hippy or like to throw scripture quotes at people.
-Noble: Nobility is about your connections, your fancy life and propriety. Its different from Lizard dialogue in that Lizard dialogue tends to be haughty while Noble dialogue tends to be entitled.
-Outlaw: You're either trying to lie through your teeth or you know a guy who knows a guy.
-Scholar: You get unique loredump dialogue, Useful for opening unique options for various quests. Gold standard for metagaming runs.
-Soldier: You get solid lines with this one. Its not chest-beating jarhead lingo, more like your grandpa talking about his time in 'Nam. My personal favourite.
ATTRIBUTE:
-Strength: Menacing dialogue
-Finesse: Flirty dialogue
-Intelligence: Logical or infodump dialogue
-Constitution: Motivational
-Memory: introspective responses
-Wits: Sassy
ALIGNMENT:
-Hero: Typical knight in shining armor dialogue
-Villain: charismatic and self-serving.
What do you guys think? Agree? Disagree? Got anything to add?
edit: updated stuff a little bit.
After the retreat, I am introduced to Dr. Willoughby Britton at Brown University. A neuroscientist and clinical psychologist, she has dedicated her research career to systematically cataloguing the ways in which meditation practice can harm. 9
Surgeons don their sterile gowns and gloves, preparing themselves for the sacred act of surgery. They enter a realm where they are not just doctors, but mediators between the mortal and the divine. It is this connection to the divine that sets surgeons apart from other medical professionals. While doctors rely on their knowledge and expertise, surgeons rely on something more intangible. They must trust their instincts, their intuition, and their connection to something greater than themselves. Surgery requires a leap of faith, a surrender to the unknown. And it is this surrender that allows surgeons to tap into the mystical forces at play. But with this power comes a great responsibility. Surgeons must wield their divinity with care and humility. They must remember that they are not the ultimate healers, but mere vessels through which healing can occur. It is a delicate balance between science and spirituality, skill and surrender. In the end, the surgeon's odd divinity of mysticism is a testament to the complexity of the human body and the human spirit. It is a reminder of the beauty and fragility of life, and the power we possess to shape and alter it. Surgeons are not just technicians, but guardians of the sacred. And it is through their hands that the mystical art of surgery comes alive..
Reviews for "The surgeon's quest for harmony: How spirituality plays a role in their pursuit of surgical excellence"
1. John - 1/5 - Surgeon odd divinity of mysticism was a complete waste of time. The storyline was convoluted and made absolutely no sense. The characters were thinly developed and lacked any depth or relatability. The writing style was pretentious and full of unnecessary jargon that only served to confuse the reader. Overall, this book was a disappointment and I would not recommend it to anyone.
2. Emily - 2/5 - I struggled to get through Surgeon odd divinity of mysticism. The plot was meandering and disjointed, making it difficult to stay engaged. The author seemed more interested in showing off their vocabulary and intellect than in crafting a compelling story. The constant use of metaphors and symbolism felt forced and overdone. Additionally, the pacing was slow and the ending left too many loose ends. I cannot say that I enjoyed reading this book.
3. Sarah - 2.5/5 - Surgeon odd divinity of mysticism had an interesting concept, but it failed to deliver on its promise. The writing was overly descriptive and lacked a clear direction. The author seemed to focus more on creating an atmospheric setting than on developing the characters or advancing the plot. The numerous philosophical discussions felt out of place and did not add much to the overall story. I was left feeling unsatisfied and confused by the end.