Dynamic-Complex Materialism custom mug
A synthesis of dynamic materialism (process ontology) and complex materialism (emergence, non-linearity). It holds that matter is not static substance but inherently dynamic (processual, temporal, self-moving) and complex (composed of interacting parts whose collective behavior is emergent and not reducible to the sum of components). It draws on process philosophy (Whitehead, Bergson) and complexity science (chaos theory, network theory). Reality is made of processes, not things; stabilities are temporary attractors; and wholes have causal powers that their parts do not. This materialism explains how a hurricane, a cell, a market, and a consciousness can be real material phenomena without being reducible to physics. It rejects reductionism and dualism, offering a unified, non-mechanistic view of nature.
Example: “Dynamic-complex materialism explains how a brain (neuronal processes) gives rise to mind (consciousness) not as a miracle but as an emergent property of a dynamic, complex system—real, material, and irreducible to individual neurons or to physics alone.”
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The Urban Dictionary Mug
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- Glossy ceramic, 11 oz
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- Vivid artwork fused into the finish, not a vinyl decal
- Care
- Microwave and dishwasher safe
- Height
- Approximately 3.8" tall
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724 reviews across designs, including earlier products.
Very basic mug but does the trick!
The mug is a gift for our Fantasy Football league winner…or loser. I'm not sure yet; it's a bit of a spoof that will be disclosed on Thanksgiving.
This will be the perfect gift this winter! It even came in a nice little box. The mug seems to be of good quality. It was a bit pricy, got to be honest, but it’ll be very well received.
Would have like the entire cup with purple color. Not just the part with the slogan. It's a nice cup!
It was fantastic very good quality.
The printing, the Word and it's definition -- were not quite what I expected. And the same word definition ordered on two different mugs, and yet each was described / defined differently.
This was easy to order although I wish the preview pics showed the next on both sides once you finish customizing. But I appreciated that if the text doesn't fit they email you and ask what you want it to say. Came out great and I can't wait to give it as a gift
Sent to a friend. He loved it!
Well printed, the mug's ceramic is of good quality, I'm not sure what else I can add. I am surprised it could be printed and shipped so quickly based on my earlier experience printing/kiln-firing/baking this kind of product. Well done.
Funny cup that my girl absolutely loved!
my partner thought it was very silly
I’m excited to have gotten it. I’m going to give it to a man at my church that volunteers this time and won’t stop working! So the inscription is perfect for him.
Easy to order and customize. Very tough, solid, and well-made. Nice and hefty in the hand.
Looked great and delivered fast.
urban dictionary is my personal lifeline to the divine, thank you for selling me a $35 coffee cup that I gave to friend, bought another and gave that another friend. Likely asking, rather in need of, a six or more discount code, for six or more gifts to friends! Xoxo
Perfect way to start my day!
The mug looks great and hasn't faded after multiple runs through the dishwasher. It microwaves well, and the text is sufficiently unruly.
The mug arrived very packed and on time. I love how well crafted the coffee mug is. I plan on ordering other merch from URBAN Dictionary soon. Thanks.
fantastic, personal gift to share with anyone!
Exactly as I ordered it. Shipping was perfect, got updates, accurate date of delivery, and no damage. This is a gift for my little brother.