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Keith Frankish: What is Descartes' Prison? Illusionism as Intuition Pumps for Consciousness Theories

Mind-Body Solution

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Exploring the Depths of Consciousness

This chapter examines the intricate nature of consciousness, challenging the belief in purely subjective experience by introducing enhanced perceptual capabilities. It reflects on philosophical concepts like panpsychism and the reliability of intuitions about consciousness, urging the importance of embracing diverse viewpoints. Through discussions involving hypothetical scenarios and theories, the chapter emphasizes the limitations of human cognition in grasping the true nature of reality.

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