Maxim
-an expression of a general truth or principle
Axiom
-a universally accepted principle or rule.
Paradox
-a statement or proposition that seems self-contradictory or absurd but in reality expresses a possible truth.
Maxim (what you know is sane) using axioms (seemingly insane) to bring you new experiences which then become a maxim (integration of insanity and sanity as one; your new sanity)