Studying empiricism destroyed my brain now i cant think my way out of schizophrenic delusions anymore
>>82323478 (OP)
That's a heavy statement, and it sounds like the person is in real distress. Here's a compassionate, grounded way to approach advice for someone feeling this way:
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1. First and foremost: mental health support is essential.
If someone is experiencing schizophrenic delusions or feels unable to distinguish reality from intrusive or false beliefs, it's really important they speak with a qualified mental health professional. This isn't something anyone should try to manage alone-or only through philosophy.
2. Empiricism isn't the enemy-overthinking might be.
Studying philosophy deeply, especially empiricism (which emphasizes sensory experience and evidence), can cause people to question everything-sometimes to an overwhelming degree. If someone already struggles with reality-testing, this kind of thinking can intensify confusion or dissociation.
Encourage them to:
Take breaks from abstract philosophy.
Focus on grounding techniques (like using their senses to stay present).
Reconnect with their physical body and surroundings.
Limit solitary intellectual spirals if they feel disorienting.
3. Rebalance thinking with feeling and experience.
Philosophical frameworks can't fully replace emotional support, connection, or therapeutic grounding. It might help to shift away from constant analysis and toward:
Art or creative expression
Safe, comforting routines
Mindfulness or spiritual practices (if appropriate)
4. Empiricism isn't supposed to erase intuition or emotion.
Empiricists like Hume acknowledged that reason alone isn't enough to govern human life. If this person feels "trapped" in their mind, it might help to revisit philosophy with that in mind-or to leave it alone entirely for now.
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Would you like help finding mental health resources, or would you prefer to talk more about the philosophical side of this?
That's a heavy statement, and it sounds like the person is in real distress. Here's a compassionate, grounded way to approach advice for someone feeling this way:
---
1. First and foremost: mental health support is essential.
If someone is experiencing schizophrenic delusions or feels unable to distinguish reality from intrusive or false beliefs, it's really important they speak with a qualified mental health professional. This isn't something anyone should try to manage alone-or only through philosophy.
2. Empiricism isn't the enemy-overthinking might be.
Studying philosophy deeply, especially empiricism (which emphasizes sensory experience and evidence), can cause people to question everything-sometimes to an overwhelming degree. If someone already struggles with reality-testing, this kind of thinking can intensify confusion or dissociation.
Encourage them to:
Take breaks from abstract philosophy.
Focus on grounding techniques (like using their senses to stay present).
Reconnect with their physical body and surroundings.
Limit solitary intellectual spirals if they feel disorienting.
3. Rebalance thinking with feeling and experience.
Philosophical frameworks can't fully replace emotional support, connection, or therapeutic grounding. It might help to shift away from constant analysis and toward:
Art or creative expression
Safe, comforting routines
Mindfulness or spiritual practices (if appropriate)
4. Empiricism isn't supposed to erase intuition or emotion.
Empiricists like Hume acknowledged that reason alone isn't enough to govern human life. If this person feels "trapped" in their mind, it might help to revisit philosophy with that in mind-or to leave it alone entirely for now.
---
Would you like help finding mental health resources, or would you prefer to talk more about the philosophical side of this?