Subjective

René Descartes: "I think therefore I am"

Subjective refers to the experience of a thing in the mind of a conscious being, and all of the emotions, memories, thoughts, and other reactions that it triggers. It is our internal, personal reality, versus the shared reality of the objective.

"Our subjectivity is so completely our own." -Spike Jonze

It also deals with matters of opinion that have no "right" answer independent of the individual, such as "what is the best movie?"

See Subjectivity and Objectivity on Wikipedia.

Improving the Subjective Experience of Consciousness

One simple statement that could summarize the goal of metaculture is:

"Improving the subjective experience of consciousness."

This captures the spirit of evolutionary self-correction and continual improvement, the goal of happiness and well-being and quality of life, the expansive definition of in-group, and ethical consideration for any being that experiences emotions.

You can exert significant influence over your subjective emotional experience using various techniques like mindfulness and rituals that harness the placebo effect. It is better to greet experiences in life with a universal sense of positivity in order to maximize the happiness that your subjective experience provides you.

The god concept can promote a sense of perpetual optimism and connection to the universe, providing significant benefits to subjective experiences.

A belief system and education that help make sense of the world and give hope for the future can be quite beneficial.

Making the Subjective Objective

Modern neuroscience has shed scientific light on many aspects of consciousness that were once considered purely subjective. Ethics was once considered to be subjective, but evolutionary psychology has demonstrated the innateness of many moral values.

Subjectivity vs. Objectivity

Joelaul x Jake Howsam Lowe - Subjectively Objective