Science is neutral, its use is not


Science* is just a neutral tool. Let’s not get too excited about it. It’s how it’s used that’s important.  Is it being used to uplift and enlighten life or is it being used in a destructive way?

Getting excited about science is like getting excited about a knife. Yes knives are useful but they are also used to kill and injure people.

What is important is compassion for all living things, not some kind of mindless attachment to increasing our knowledge, at the expense of other living creatures.

*Note: there is no clear definition of what science is or clear division between science and pseudoscience.  I use the term "science" just because it's a familiar one.

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