Small Star, thanks for raising some of the same questions I've been wondering, and Yossarian, thanks for the helpful response. Even though the system as you explained it makes sense and is a very appealing idea, Yossarian, there still seems to exist inconsistencies when you put it in the context of previous advice/ideas that Steve has put forth.
Now, I think it's tempting to analyze everything Steve has said in attempt to poke holes in it and call him inconsistent, and I want to avoid that. I see a little bit of that in the forums, with a tone of "See, he's not perfect and all-knowing after all!" Remember: Steve's not God; he's merely
a god
Anyways, back to the question: I found great value in Steve's articles (and amazing podcasts) on subjective reality and his approach to religion. As seems Small Star was getting at, is it possible to utilize those approaches to life and simultaneously maintain the polarization framework?
Also, compared to other topics of discussion in PD, polarization seems to have the greatest significance. If not polarizing makes me ineffectual and the pawn of a polarized person, than isn't this pretty much THE biggest deal in PD, making all the stuff that came before small potatoes? Why have you been keeping this from us all this time, Steve
. Just kidding - but seriously:Why haven't I heard of this before?