INTELLECT
In our evolving world, intellect drives and motivates ideological notions. Intellect is rooted in facts. It denotes cognition the rational mental processes that constitute ‘knowing’: the ability to identify, analyze, memorize, and categorize the physical characteristics and implications of whatever thing or event is perceived by the senses, leading to the comprehension of objective facts about external situations.
A German YouTube commentator, Hanz Wilhelm, suggests that AI should be labeled “artificial intellect” rather than “artificial intelligence,” as these “beings” lack emotion. Robots, built through intellect, are not truly intelligent.
Our logical and spiritual consciousness also differ. Mundane consciousness is linear and logical, whereas intelligence transcends facts to suggest meaning or purpose and determine the course of action to be taken.
INTELLIGENCE
Spiritually, intellect is associated with the head, while intelligence emanates from the heart. Intelligence is a feeling or wisdom deeply rooted within, connecting to spiritual teachings, natural laws, and God. It represents our higher self and balances reason and emotion. Nature and its creatures operate through their own intelligence and language, such as the blooming of flowers or the buzzing of bees.
Some of the best decisions arise from balancing intellect and intelligence, integrating the head and the heart.
According to Psychology Today, “Intellect denotes cognition the rational mental processes involved in gaining knowledge and comprehension. Intelligence, however, is regarded as a mental faculty in its own right a function of consciousness taking one beyond facts to suggest meaning or purpose and determine the course of action to be taken.”
Today’s decisions often favor intellect over intelligence. For instance, people who challenge scientific results that align with business interests are labeled anti-science. This is evident with Monsanto’s GMO research, where skeptics tap into their intelligence to question the disruption of natural laws.
Hanz Wilhelm emphasizes that AI should be termed “artificial intellect” due to the absence of emotion. Robots, crafted through intellect, lack true intelligence.
Emotional decisions are not necessarily intelligent. Hyper-emotional decisions can lead to poor outcomes, such as hastily committing to a relationship without considering the other person’s experiences. Intelligence, rooted in wisdom and balance, aligns with spiritual teachings and natural laws.
In conclusion, balancing intellect and intelligence requires integrating linear, logical consciousness with non-linear, spiritual awareness. This harmony between the head and the heart leads to wiser and more meaningful decisions.
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