I meant synonymous in the context of this hypothesis, as of course they are not completely the same. The point being made here is that throughout history there have been individuals who have pointed out that our perception is extremely limited and should not be relied on completely, particularly when it comes to the understanding of our existence. This is what is consistent through the Upanishads, Buddhism, Plato’s allegory, etc. People get so stuck in reality they live in that they refute the notion that anything could exist beyond it. My hypothesis does not state that this is a simulation, only that there is logical evidence that supports that. What it does state is that the forbidden equation reveals a critical flaw with the logic that this reality throws upon us, indicating that there is a dimension outside of it in which consciousness would persist, and thereby aligning with the above concepts.

Really surprised by this site. New here and was interested to try it out. All my replies have been respectful and tailored towards encouraging an open discussion, yet these responses have been overwhelming negative and I’ve been downvoted like crazy. Besides one or two responses the majority have been very standoffish and close-minded, and in a sub community labelled Shower Thoughts no less!