Amit Goswami's The Self Aware Universe

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The discussion revolves around Amit Goswami's book "The Self Aware Universe," particularly focusing on the implications of consciousness in relation to quantum physics concepts such as the EPR effect and the delayed choice experiment. Participants explore the intersection of consciousness and physical reality, as well as the philosophical implications of these ideas.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant expresses intrigue in Goswami's argument that consciousness precedes matter and energy, suggesting it provides clarity on the delayed choice experiment and supports the notion of free will.
  • Another participant notes that Goswami's work appears to advocate for idealism using modern physics, indicating a philosophical stance rather than purely scientific reasoning.
  • A different viewpoint critiques the connection between quantum physics and philosophical beliefs, arguing that such connections may be exaggerated and not appropriate.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants present differing views on the validity of linking consciousness with quantum physics, indicating that the discussion remains unresolved with multiple competing perspectives.

Contextual Notes

Some participants express skepticism about the appropriateness of using quantum physics to justify philosophical ideas, highlighting a potential limitation in the interpretation of scientific concepts in this context.

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Amit Goswami's "The Self Aware Universe"

Hey everyone,
I'm a new member, but have enjoyed reading threads here as a guest for a little while. Anways I just wanted to get some reflections on The Self Aware Universe by Amit Goswami. Here is a link to an interview with Prof. Goswami http://twm.co.nz/goswam1.htm I would imagine its a little obscere but it really seemed to hit the question of conciousness in an intriguing light for me. When I read it the question boiled down to how to interpret the EPR effect and Alain Aspects experiments. Goswami seemed to be saying that if you postulate conciousness as preceding matter and energy, it clarifies the delayed choice experiment as well as accomadating the idea of free will. So what is everyones take on the delayed choice experiment, does it justify adding another element like conciousness?? Looking forward to some interesting thoughts.
 
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we have a thread started already under this exact title. please continue discusion here:
The self aware universe
 
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thread has reopened because of content of thread. note, this thread deals specifically with the author Amit Goswami.
 
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roamer said:
Hey everyone,
I'm a new member, but have enjoyed reading threads here as a guest for a little while. Anways I just wanted to get some reflections on The Self Aware Universe by Amit Goswami. Here is a link to an interview with Prof. Goswami http://twm.co.nz/goswam1.htm I would imagine its a little obscere but it really seemed to hit the question of conciousness in an intriguing light for me. When I read it the question boiled down to how to interpret the EPR effect and Alain Aspects experiments. Goswami seemed to be saying that if you postulate conciousness as preceding matter and energy, it clarifies the delayed choice experiment as well as accomadating the idea of free will. So what is everyones take on the delayed choice experiment, does it justify adding another element like conciousness?? Looking forward to some interesting thoughts.

I read the "Self Aware Universe". I liked it and I will read your thread that you posted. Thanks. As the title implies on the cover of the book, Goswami is using modern physics as an argument for idealism.

You can contact Goswami at: http://darkwing.uoregon.edu/~its/goswami.html

He is currently in India and will be there for 3 months. He always replies to e mails so feel free to drop him a line.
 
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roamer said:
Hey everyone,
I'm a new member, but have enjoyed reading threads here as a guest for a little while. Anways I just wanted to get some reflections on The Self Aware Universe by Amit Goswami. Here is a link to an interview with Prof. Goswami http://twm.co.nz/goswam1.htm I would imagine its a little obscere but it really seemed to hit the question of conciousness in an intriguing light for me. When I read it the question boiled down to how to interpret the EPR effect and Alain Aspects experiments. Goswami seemed to be saying that if you postulate conciousness as preceding matter and energy, it clarifies the delayed choice experiment as well as accomadating the idea of free will. So what is everyones take on the delayed choice experiment, does it justify adding another element like conciousness?? Looking forward to some interesting thoughts.

I've read a bit of the link you've given,but I'm not quite impressed.Ideas from quantum physics are blown out of proportion in justifying beliefs/set of ideas that such authors have.I have nothing against believing in a certain set of ideas,but connecting them with physics is not right.
 
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