Quantum immortality. Are we immortal?

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The discussion centers on the concept of quantum immortality, positing that if an infinite number of universes exist, individuals can only experience those in which they are alive. This leads to the conclusion that from a subjective perspective, one may perceive themselves as immortal within their own universe. The argument hinges on the interpretation of quantum mechanics and the multiverse theory, suggesting that consciousness is tied to the survival of the individual in at least one universe.

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Suppose there are an infinite number of universes, and in some of them, you are immortal. You can only experience a universe where you are immortal, you cannot experience one where you don't exist. Therefore are we quantumly immortal?
 
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In my universe I am mortal, and it seems I am experiencing it.
 

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