The Emergence of the Objectivity Age

Currently we are surrounded by endless streams of disinformation and misinformation. However, this age of subjectivity, where personal opinions and subjective beliefs reign supreme, is slowly coming to an end. In its place, we are witnessing the rise of the age of objectivity, where facts and evidence are generated instantaneously through AI, data analytics, and the blockchain. This shift has huge implications for how we view and understand the world around us. In this post, we will explore what the emergence of the age of objectivity means, its implications, and its benefits.

The age of subjectivity was characterized by a general mistrust of facts and evidence. People viewed reality as something that was subjective, that there were no objective truths, and that opinions and beliefs were enough to determine the course of action. This mentality led to a disregard for scientists, experts, and other authoritative figures, as they were seen as part of a system that perpetuated objective truths that didn't align with people's subjective preferences and beliefs. But, over time, people have realized the flaws with this way of thinking. As a result, more people are embracing objectivity and research based decision making.

Objectivity is a way of thinking that emphasizes the importance of facts and evidence over subjective experience and opinion. It puts the emphasis on objective facts that have been gathered through scientific methods, meaning that the truth is no longer subjective, but rather determined by evidence. The scientific method is the most popular means of objectivity and involves developing and testing ideas through experiments that are observable, predictable, and reproducible, which in turn has moved us toward more reliable knowledge about the world.

The rise of objectivity will help us make better decisions. Since the truth can be determined and verified by evidence from multiple sources, we can make more informed choices. This is particularly important when it comes to issues that are relevant to society, such as climate change, health, and social policies. In these types of contexts, objective facts are important to know and take into account. Furthermore, this kind of thinking will help us avoid the pitfalls of confirmation bias where we accept only the information and ideas that confirm our beliefs and ignore the rest.

The rise of objectivity also has some negative implications. It has generated a general lack of trust in subjective experiences and personal opinions. It seems that some beliefs that people hold on to can't be backed up with objective evidence, but that doesn't mean they aren't true or relevant in peoples lives. For instance, the quality of life and happiness can't be measured by objective methods. There are also abstract concepts outside our current sphere of understanding that need to be recognized. This emerging truth also needs a space in our understanding of what is real. We need to recognize that there is some value in our subjective experiences as they are the very essence of our uniqueness being human.

Objectivity helps us take a more rational approach to the world, enabling us to make better decisions. However, not everything can be measured and demonstrated with objective evidence. Subjective experiences and personal beliefs still have value in our lives, and they should not be disregarded. AI, data analytics, and the blockchain provides us with the tools to amplify The emergence of the age of objectivity represents progress, but we need to strike a balance between objectivity and subjectivity. Only then, can we be fully human, recognizing the rational and emotional aspects of our being and striving for truth and progress that benefits the well being of our world.

 

 

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