I didn't know physics is the topic of this thread. And why are you so hesitant to PM me what you feel? I honestly don't care what you think, because i know for certainty what i say when i give academic-related advice. Is it absurd? No. I know what it is and can back up easily. The issue lies when detractors disrespect the OP and stubbornly refuse to take the discussion elsewhere.
Listen, what you say about physics is misguided and inaccurate. Plain and simple. What you say about humanities is insulting to those who had to slog through difficult, subjective essays involving complicated analyses of short, vague poems.
I am happy to discuss this matter further and justify my stance, but you need to end your stubborness to PMs, and stop derailing threads when i tell you to stop for courtesy for OP.
Good luck to you as well
EDIT: perhaps if you really care about the topic that should be open for discussion, create a thread and tag me over. I will ensure to respond with ample evidence and dispel any and all myths that will harm the applicants academically