Terrence Mckenna’s idea of Novelty, Vs Information theory. Oh & some Photography

Terence McKenna's novelty theory proposes that the universe is evolving towards greater complexity and novelty over time. In his interpretation, novelty refers to new and unexpected events, ideas, or forms of organization. He suggested that the universe has a kind of built-in attractor towards increasing complexity and novelty, which he termed the "eschaton" or "Omega Point."

There are some potential connections between McKenna's novelty theory and the concept of information as a fundamental aspect of the universe:

1. Complexity and Information: McKenna's novelty theory suggests that complexity is increasing over time. In the context of information theory, complexity often correlates with the amount of information contained within a system. As systems become more complex, they typically require more information to describe or understand them. Thus, McKenna's notion of increasing novelty could be seen as analogous to the increasing complexity and information content of the universe.

2. Evolution of Information: McKenna's theory implies that the universe is evolving towards greater novelty through the emergence of new forms, ideas, and organization. In a sense, this evolution could be seen as the creation and dissemination of new information within the universe. Each novel event or form represents a new piece of information that contributes to the overall complexity and diversity of the cosmos.

3. Interconnectedness: McKenna often spoke about the interconnectedness of all things and the idea of a universal mind or consciousness. In the context of information theory, this interconnectedness could be seen as a form of information exchange or communication between different parts of the universe. Just as information is transmitted and processed in complex networks, McKenna's vision of interconnectedness suggests a dynamic exchange of ideas and experiences across the cosmos.

While Terence McKenna's novelty theory and the concept of information as a fundamental aspect of the universe come from different intellectual traditions, they share some common themes and may offer complementary perspectives on the nature of reality and the evolution of the cosmos. However, it's important to note that McKenna's ideas are highly speculative and not widely accepted within mainstream science, because it can’t be measured, or can it?

If you've not heard of novelty theory or Terrence Mckenna, there are plenty of resources online like youtube, including how Terence formulated his barmy but strangely intriguing concepts.

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