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Episode #180 ... What if everything is consciousness? - Phillip Goff on Panpsychism
May 24, 2023
Discover the intriguing theory of panpsychism, which proposes that consciousness is a fundamental quality of all matter. Explore how this view challenges traditional scientific models and reshapes our relationships with the natural world. Imagine a society where consciousness influences personal identity and fosters interconnectedness. Delve into the complexities of merging panpsychism with empirical science, and ponder the implications for artificial intelligence and its potential consciousness.
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- Panpsychism challenges conventional views on consciousness by integrating it into scientific models without mysticism.
- Panpsychism reevaluates societal ethics by attributing moral significance to all conscious entities beyond humans.
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Thoughts on Physicalism and Materialism Regarding Consciousness
The prevailing belief in today's society tends towards physicalism or materialism, suggesting that consciousness can be reduced to physical properties of the brain. Advocates of this view often rely on scientific progress to uncover the underlying mechanisms of consciousness. However, the challenge remains in explaining the elusive nature of consciousness within the confines of the current scientific model.
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