In 1981, biologist Rupert Sheldrake proposed the "formative causation" a hypothesis as a unifying organizing principle of life. He expanded the concept of morphogenetic fields and introduced the idea of "morphic resonance," which suggests that self-organizing processes could occurmore quicklyy in the future if they had already occurred more often in the past. While his ideas initially received acclaim, they were met with skepticism, dismissed as scientific heresy, and ultimately ignored.
A recent article in the journal BioEssays examines Sheldrake's hypothesis and the resistance it faced from the scientific community. The article notes that Sheldrake's case illustrates the scientific enterprise's conceptual resistance to revise its deepest theoretical commitments. While Sheldrake's ideas have not been widely tested, the article suggests that young researchers must be encouraged to entertain alternative points of view and rethink traditional views of biology.
The article raises important questions about the role of open-mindedness and critical thinking in scientific research. While it is essential to maintain rigorous scientific standards, it is also important to be open to novel ideas and perspectives. As the article notes, science is what scientists make of it, and young researchers should be presented with major questions in their field and encouraged to think outside the box.
Sheldrake's hypothesis of "formative causation" and "morphic resonance" may be controversial, but it highlights the need to challenge traditional views of biology and explore new avenues of research. As the article concludes, the scientific enterprise must be willing to revise its deepest theoretical commitments and embrace new perspectives to continue to advance our understanding of the world around us.
Family Constellations is a therapeutic approach loosely based on Rupert Sheldrake's theory of morphic resonance. Family Constellations posits that individuals are affected not only by their personal experiences but also by the experiences of their ancestors and that these experiences are transmitted through a shared morphogenetic field.
Like Sheldrake's hypothesis, Family Constellations suggest that self-organizing processes can occur more quickly in the future if they have already occurred more often. In a Family Constellations session, the therapist creates a "constellation" of the individual's family system, which involves positioning representatives for various family members about one another. Through this process, the individual may gain insights into the hidden dynamics of their family system and experience a shift in their perception and behavior.
While the connection between Familyonstelons and Sheldrake's theory is not a direct one, the two approaches share a similar perspective on the role of shared experience and the transmission of information through a non-material field. Both approaches suggest that individuals are connected to something larger than themselves and that understanding these connections can lead to greater insight and healing.
Link to the article here: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1002/bies.202100055?fbclid=IwAR1qRfxLE-c__uaG0ZMPR0k3vz13crFxGS1prYwKGmAsG0oYSsattqB1Ecw
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