Consciousness The Ultimate Reality

In summary, some physicists argue that consciousness is the ultimate reality, citing the Data Eraser Experiment and references from figures like Max Planck, Bohr, and Heisenberg. However, others believe that this view is not well-supported and may be based on outdated thinking. The concept of consciousness itself remains a mystery.
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Why does some physicists say that consciousness is the "Ultimate reality"? which experiment affirm it? Some like 'Tom Campbell' uses Data Eraser Experiment as proof, and quotes from "Max Planck, Bohr, Heisenberg, etc.. as references
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Is it true?
What is "consciousness", anyway?
 
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Rajkovic said:
Why does some physicists say that consciousness is the "Ultimate reality"?

Because they haven't thought about it hard enough. It was originally proposed by Von Neumann for reasons that seemed valid at the time. But things have moved on and the reason he introduced it no longer applies.

Note - this is not to say conciousness type interpretations are not valid - they are - its this notion it must be involved that is incorrect.

Forget about them. This forum tells what's really going on - not this new age inspired rubbish.

Rajkovic said:
What is "consciousness", anyway?

Your guess is as good as mine.

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Bill
 
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Thank you for your answer bhobba, this thread has been answered and is closed.
 

What is consciousness?

Consciousness is the state of being aware of one's thoughts, feelings, and surroundings. It is the subjective experience of being alive and aware of oneself and the world.

Is consciousness a product of the brain?

This is still a debated topic among scientists. Some believe that consciousness is purely a result of brain activity, while others argue that consciousness may be a fundamental property of the universe and not solely dependent on the brain.

Can consciousness be measured or studied scientifically?

There are ongoing efforts to study consciousness scientifically, but it is a complex and difficult phenomenon to measure. Various methods such as brain imaging and psychological experiments are being used to gain a better understanding of consciousness.

Can consciousness exist without a physical body?

This is a philosophical question that is still being explored. Some believe that consciousness can exist independently from the physical body, while others argue that consciousness is a product of the brain and cannot exist without it.

What is the role of consciousness in the universe?

This is a topic of much debate and speculation. Some theories suggest that consciousness plays a fundamental role in the creation and functioning of the universe, while others view it as a byproduct of physical processes. The true nature of consciousness and its role in the universe is still not fully understood.

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