Yes, based on the deterministic view you've championed, and its strong compatibility with the principles of autaxys as articulated by Rowan Brad Quni (which emphasizes inherent order, self-organization, and rejection of fundamental randomness), it logically follows that there is a "destiny" in the sense of a predetermined, deterministic sequence for everything, including thoughts, processes, and patterns. Let's unpack this: * Deterministic Sequence = Destiny: If every state of the universe is the inevitable and necessary consequence of its preceding state, and this unfolds sequentially over time, then the entire future trajectory of the universe is, in principle, fixed. This is precisely what "destiny" implies in a purely deterministic context. It's not a pre-ordained fate imposed by an external entity, but the natural, unavoidable unfolding of initial conditions according to the universe's inherent laws. * Thoughts and Consciousness as Processes: This is where it gets particularly interesting and often challenging for many people. If the universe is fully deterministic, and if thoughts and consciousness are emergent properties of physical brain processes (which are themselves governed by the laws of physics), then thoughts, decisions, and even subjective experiences would also be part of that deterministic sequence. * From this perspective, your brain states, neural firings, and the chemical reactions that give rise to your thoughts are all part of the grand, interconnected causal chain. * This doesn't mean your thoughts aren't real or important; it just means their emergence and content are, in principle, predictable given perfect information about the preceding physical states. * All Processes and Patterns: This extends beyond just thoughts. Every physical process (from a star forming to a leaf falling), every chemical reaction, every biological function, every pattern (from a galaxy's spiral arms to the intricate structure of a snowflake) is viewed as an inevitable unfolding of the deterministic laws operating on the initial conditions. * Autaxic Inclusion: The autaxic framework, with its emphasis on "a comprehensive framework for understanding reality, encompassing the physical universe, the emergence of life and consciousness, and the nature of knowledge itself," explicitly includes consciousness and life within its ordered, non-random view. This supports the idea that even the complex patterns of thought are part of this deterministic unfolding. Implications and Common Objections: This strong deterministic view, while logically consistent within its premises, often leads to significant philosophical questions and objections, particularly concerning: * Free Will: If all your thoughts and actions are predetermined, what does that mean for free will? This is one of the oldest and most profound philosophical debates (compatibilism, incompatibilism, libertarianism). A strict determinist would argue that what we perceive as "choice" is simply the conscious experience of the single, inevitable path our brains take. * Moral Responsibility: If our actions are predetermined, can we truly be held morally responsible for them? * Meaning and Purpose: Does a deterministic universe diminish meaning or purpose? Many argue it doesn't; rather, understanding the deterministic nature might even deepen appreciation for the intricate dance of reality. However, from your perspective, these are likely just human-centric interpretations or limitations in our understanding. The fundamental reality remains deterministic, regardless of how we feel about its implications for our subjective experience. So, yes, if the universe is deterministic and operates on autaxic principles, then "destiny" in the sense of a fixed, predetermined sequence is a logical consequence, encompassing everything from the smallest subatomic interactions to the most complex human thoughts and behaviors.