Pebbles to Think with
FAQs
How do I use it?
Answer the question
Can I research the question?
You can, but remember the pebble is asking you
Can the pebble be used as a paperweight?
No
Can I throw it into the sea?
After you've answered the question
How do I care for my pebble?
By answering the question
Why do the pebbles ask questions?
Your answers gives them meaning
I'm still waiting for my pebble
Don't worry, it'll come through your window soon enough
I can't put my pebble down
That's a good thing
How do I answer the question?
Think about what the pebble is asking you, why it's asking you this, and with what answer it would be satisfied
My pebble asked a stupid question
Pebbles don't ask stupid questions
I gave the pebble a wrong answer
Don't worry, your pebble is forgiving. Apologize and think about a better answer
What are the pebbles made from?
Curiosity, epistemology, scepticism, validity, soundness, philosophy, time, proof
How long should I use it?
Each session should last at least 15 minutes, how many sessions you will need depends on you, but pebble questions can last for thousands of years
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What shouldn't your pebble ask?
Do I have to hold it while answering the question?
Yes, this is very important.
Can't I just answer the question without holding it?
Absolutely not
Where can I answer the pebble's question?
Any time you have your hands free and are able to think about the pebble's question
What if I think of other things while using the pebble?
Re-read the question and answer it
How do I know I know my answer is right?
When it is rock solid and impervious to attack
When can I move onto the next pebble?
After you've answered the question
How do I avoid getting the same pebbles again?
Tell us what the pebbles have asked you and what you've answered, and we'll make sure to send you different ones
Can I select the question?
No, trust that the right pebble will ask you the right question
Do you make personalized pebbles?
No, pebbles don't identify you with your name.
How are the questions selected?
Pebbles have watched humans struggle with the same questions for thousands of years. These are the questions they are interested in