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The world is full of magical things patiently
waiting for our wits to grow sharper.
Manifestation of Desire is a central feature of life in the dreamstate, but it doesn’t work quite as commonly supposed. Rather, it can work a lot more effectively and successfully than commonly practiced. Human children manifest through the use of words and actions, as if casting spells and incantations. In adulthood, no words or intermediary steps or DIY procedures are necessary; no post-it notes on bathroom mirrors or repeated affirmations, no wand-waving or potion-mixing, and nary a cauldron in sight.
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"I do not believe that I am now dreaming,
but I cannot prove that I am not."
Bertrand Russell (1872–1970) was a British philosopher, logician, mathematician, and social critic. A leading figure in analytic philosophy, he made significant contributions to logic, epistemology, and the philosophy of language. He co-authored Principia Mathematica with Alfred North Whitehead, aiming to ground mathematics in logic. Russell was also a vocal advocate for pacifism, social reform, and humanism, winning the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1950 for his writings championing humanitarian ideals and freedom of thought. His work influenced both philosophy and public discourse on war, education, and morality.
