Once I learned that every object reacts to a certain frequency, and really when I say that, I mean to say:
That a shake, sound, or light causes an object to recoil, or react, and this is intuitive; we already knew that objects will wiggle when you shake them, and that hairs vibrate when a loud sound passes them, or more vaguely, that some things shine brighter in certain wavelengths of light.
But it's more than that; resonance is this wonderful event. like when something happens to an object wherein it encounters the perfect frequency that matches its own natural frequency. Every thing, at least on some level, has a natural frequency that is entirely dependent on its own properties, like the length of an object. And sounds have a frequency, which can create the largest amplitude of oscillations of a hair cell in the ear, and now neurons in the ear are now able to transduce sound, and because yellow light has a certain wavelength, retinal and opsin are able to tell me that this flower is white and it is yellow and it is a daffodil in my front yard, and I now know that music is beautiful not just because it is, but also because it relies on a million different perfect and coincidental resonances, and this all is to say-
Yes, this is what I learned in Physics class: to love myself and revere the past
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treux
Thank you for sharing your insights and how you've found meaning and reverence in your physics studies. It's a reminder to listen closely, to feel deeply, and to marvel at the intricate threads that bind us all. I enjoyed this!
to be honest, lately i've been a bit sad and disengaged....!
i miss being so excited when learning about things that just exist on their own, and things that exist so perfectly and inherently must happen for other things to also exist. but the way that they've been teaching courses at my university is a bit dumbed down, because a lot of students really just don't care about the content, or care about listening, or care about understanding anything -- so professors don't know what to do to make people pass their courses. and now they dumb down the content so that students will at least pass the exams.
it's frustrating!!!
by the new leaves; ; Report
I hear you, and I'm really sorry to hear that you're feeling this way. It sounds like you're missing that sense of genuine excitement and curiosity that comes with learning about the world around us.
In times like these, it might be helpful to seek out enrichment opportunities outside of your regular coursework. Look for books, online courses, or workshops that align with your interests and offer a deeper dive into topics you care about. Engaging with your professors and expressing your concerns could also lead to adjustments in their teaching approach or the introduction of additional resources. Also, connecting with like-minded peers in study groups or extracurricular activities can provide a supportive environment where you can reignite your passion for learning.
Take care of yourself along the way, and don't hesitate to seek support if you're struggling with feelings of sadness or disengagement. Hang in there homie!
by treux; ; Report