If the universe is made up of quantum particles and those particles follow certain rules then it stands to reason that the large objects, atoms, you and me and the universe itself must also obey those same rules.
A sub-atomic particle may be in two places at once, it may vibrate and not vibrate at the same time. Some are waves and then particles once observed. Some only exist once observed. Observation, be it by a human mind or the world around it gives rise to it.
It is indeed the weight of the universe, the existence of all else that allows for the existence of one tiny thing.
Without our perceptions, our consciousness the universe would literally not exist. However, without the existence of the universe, a bird to see us, a patch of dirt to be compressed by our foot, we ourselves would not exist.
The reality of the universe is a creation of the human mind and the reality of the human mind is but a creation of the universe.
Additional information:
http://www.ted.com/talks/aaron_o_connell_making_sense_of_a_visible_quantum_object.html
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cadrewolf
04:43 Jun 12 2012
Like your thoughts and writings.
yet if these atoms are to obey the rules, the atoms itself would always follow the direct path in which it is set. yet if unstable do not the atoms bounce and mingle or split, causing the theory that all is set untill a point of disturbance.
perception is a falicy of humanity, for it is the last true freedom of thought in which all posses, for perception from mine to yours is not yet all the same at any object we spy.
Victorya
22:24 Jun 12 2012
This is a topic that I would love to learn more about. I recall a few short years ago, watching a PBS show by Professor Brian Greene.
It was a series where the professor endeavored to explain Quantum Physics through hypothetical examples, and a myriad of ways.
I went to the library and checked out the series. I watched it with my friend, about three times. It was fascinating.
Thank you so much for your post.
Victorya
LunaHag
12:47 Jun 18 2012
Yes indeed, but do we all have the same perceptions?