Mind and matter, one and the same ?

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The discussion centers on the philosophical debate regarding whether mind and matter are the same entity or distinct phenomena that interact. The original poster argues that both are fundamentally the same, as all living organisms consist of atoms and molecules, which are particles in spacetime. The request for counterarguments indicates a desire for a comprehensive exploration of this topic, highlighting the complexity of consciousness and its relationship with physical existence.

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do you think that mind and matter are the same thing ? or two different things that somehow interact , conssiusnes , mind, being in a " higher level" and matter being the body in physical space ?
i believe that they are the same thing , basing my arguments in the fact that all livinig organism are just made of atoms and molecules, basically particlees in spacetime .
but id like to hear some arguments both against and pro this , to see if i have taken all the factors into consideration.
 
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