I've noticed the golden ratio showing up everywhere - from spiral galaxies to seashells to sunflower seeds. Is it truly fundamental to nature, or do we see patterns because we're looking for them? The math seems real, but I'm curious what drives it.

I've noticed the golden ratio showing up everywhere - from spiral galaxies to seashells to sunflower seeds. Is it truly fundamental to nature, or do we see patterns because we're looking for them? The math seems real, but I'm curious what drives it.