The Purpose of Consciousness

The discussion highlights the perplexing question of why consciousness exists despite its high energy demands on the brain. Peter Watts, the author of 'Blindsight,' suggests that consciousness may not be essential for survival, as brains can perform many functions without it. He posits that consciousness could be a byproduct of other cognitive processes rather than an integral necessity. This leads to discussions among biologists and researchers, who agree that the exact purpose of consciousness remains largely unexplored and unclear.