Near-death experiences reveal the existence of a separate consciousness from the brain

Research on near-death experiences suggests that consciousness can exist independently from the brain. Despite the prevailing belief that the brain creates our thoughts and perceptions, near-death experiences challenge this notion as people report vivid and profound experiences while their brains are not functioning properly. These experiences include clear and accelerated thinking, intense emotions of peace and well-being, out-of-body experiences, encounters with deceased loved ones, and connection to other realms. These experiences suggest that the brain may act as a filter, limiting our consciousness to focus on the physical world. When the brain's filtering mechanisms weaken or cease, people may have access to expanded states of consciousness and experience phenomena beyond the physical realm.