In September 2023 scholars gathered to debate the problem at Marist University in Poughkeepsie, N.Y., during a two-day workshop focused on an idea known as panpsychism. …

Oct 22, 2025 · Mind What 350 different theories of consciousness reveal about reality There are hundreds of coherent theories attempting to explain the origins of experience.

Explore the intriguing question of whether consciousness is the foundation of reality. Delve into philosophical perspectives, scientific insights, and the intersection of mind and matter.

Jun 14, 2019 · I believe the idea of consciousness as a fundamental quality of the Universe has a great deal of weight. As I point out in my book Spiritual Science, it may be that the best way to …

Sep 22, 2024 · Consciousness remains a mystery with no satisfactory scientific explanation. Some researchers have suggested that consciousness is a fundamental property of the universe.

Feb 12, 2025 · David Chalmers, a leading philosopher of mind, argues that consciousness is not just a byproduct of the brain—it is a fundamental aspect of reality, much like space and time. …

Aug 24, 2017 · Perhaps the most popular theory of fundamental reality in contemporary analytic philosophy is physicalism: the view that the world is fundamentally physical in nature.

Dec 4, 2014 · Consciousness is generally regarded as a product of brain activity, i.e. something emerging from the physical reality. In this article, I argue that consciousness is a fundamental …

Feb 12, 2025 · What if consciousness is not a byproduct of the physical world but instead the very foundation upon which reality rests? This question fuels a profound debate spanning …

Jan 9, 2025 · While individual consciousness allows us to perceive and interact with the world, the shared consciousness of a group or society shapes collective reality. Our thoughts, emotions, …