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What does it mean?
People can operate by different principles that still align with nature’s laws.
In plain terms
I follow different rules that still respect nature.
What can you take from it?
Different rules can still work within nature.

Where it applies

  • debate
  • misunderstanding
  • philosophy

Putting it to work

  • respect differing views
  • explore alternative systems

Questions to consider

  • Do you live by nature's laws?
  • What other laws exist?

Another view

It risks ignoring evidence when claiming different laws.

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