abracad wrote:

The so-called anthropic principle points out how finely tuned the
universe is to support life. However, is there any reason to believe
this is the only universe that exists or ever existed? Or is it likely
or possible that there could be an infinite number of other (less
anthropic) universes that co-exist woth this one or have existed
throughout eternity?

Life is finely tuned to exist in the universe. There is no anthropic
principle. Sentience exists because the universe cannot be bothered
with doing the fine stuff... and enjoys a little critical feedback to
guide its hand. Reality also has a foul sense of humor - the
misanthropic principle.

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