A list of discoveries from the last while

Discovery 1: The answer to a given question is undoubtedly somewhere in between all the extremes. This is self evident since extreme points of view or 'yes and no' answers summarise the knowledge of the universe that is present in the minds of humans. Therefore, if we are able to summarise available knowledge and perspectives and take it all into account (a difficult thing to do as an individual), we will end up with the most wholesome answer...the closest thing possible to a universal truth from a human perspective at least. This is also a way to avoid ignorance and to be inclusive.

Discovery 2: Be creative about all things. The big and the small are both extremely important since big and complex things (such as high-level research) emerge from the simplest of experiences. For example: orderliness around a home (such as washing the dishes or arranging the garden) has huge effects on our mode of life and way of being. Patience and enjoyment of 'menial' tasks means that we can never be bored and can never have the feeling of meaninglessness in our lives.

Discovery 3: The mind can make trillions of connections that are as expansive as the universe. Therefore, in this, there is endless possibility. Don't accept limitation.

Discovery 4: In every difficulty lies opportunity. (This is evident from number 3 since difficulty presents us with real problems and demands creative solutions).

Discovery 5: Sharing ideas just has to be a good thing! I can't accept the idea that keeping discoveries and ideas to ourselves (this is rife in the academic world) serves any great purpose.