👉 The term "counternatural" is a term coined by American philosopher and sociologist, John Dewey. It refers to an alternative or counterfactual view of reality that emphasizes non-human nature, such as emotions, intuition, and creativity, in place of traditional biological or rational human knowledge. Dewey argues that the natural world is not merely biological but also imbued with a sense of meaning and purpose, which can be understood through these aspects. He sees humans as creatures of the natural