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Mysteries of Consciousness w/ Philip Goff
Nov 1, 2021
Philip Goff, a philosopher at Durham University and expert on consciousness, discusses his intriguing views on panpsychism, a theory proposing that consciousness is a fundamental aspect of the universe. He challenges traditional scientific views on consciousness, emphasizing the importance of subjective experience. Goff delves into the historical relationship between science and consciousness, and the alienation felt when emotions are simplified to chemical reactions. He also explores the philosophical implications of consciousness in relation to AI and encourages a synthesis of scientific and philosophical perspectives.
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- Philip Goff's exploration of panpsychism proposes that consciousness is an intrinsic feature of the universe, extending even to simple particles.
- The historical division in scientific methodology led by Galileo has resulted in a neglect of qualitative experiences crucial for understanding consciousness.
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The Challenge of Consciousness
Consciousness poses a significant challenge to modern science, often referred to as the 'hard problem of consciousness.' This problem centers on understanding how subjective experiences arise from physical processes in the brain. Despite advances in neuroscience, there remains a disconnect between the rich qualitative experiences individuals have and the purely quantitative descriptions offered by science. This gap highlights the inadequacy of traditional scientific methods to fully capture the essence of consciousness.
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