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Within Reason

#27 Philip Goff - Is Everything Conscious?

Apr 18, 2023
02:06:37

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Quick takeaways

  • Consciousness is a fundamental property of the universe, extending beyond human and animal minds to even subatomic particles.
  • Panpsychism offers a coherent solution to the mind-body problem by positing consciousness as the foundation of reality.

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Panpsychism as a third option in philosophy of consciousness

Panpsychism offers a third option in the philosophy of consciousness, challenging the materialist and dualist perspectives. According to panpsychism, consciousness is not limited to human and animal minds, but is instead a fundamental property of the universe. This view suggests that even subatomic particles may possess rudimentary forms of experience. While panpsychism may seem radical, it provides an alternative to the challenges faced when trying to explain how consciousness emerges from purely physical processes.

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