The Many Worlds Theory and Immortality

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The discussion centers on the Many Worlds Theory, which posits that every observation of a particle in superposition results in the universe splitting into multiple outcomes. The participant theorizes that consciousness is duplicated across these universes, leading to the conclusion that individuals perceive themselves as immortal, as they only experience outcomes where they survive. This perspective, while intriguing, is criticized for lacking scientific rigor and not adhering to the forum's guidelines on speculative content.

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Forgive me if I have not grasped the ideas and intricacies of the Many Worlds theory. If I don't quite understand it all it's probably because I'm 16. :bugeye:
My theory goes like this:

According to the many worlds theory, every time a sentient being observes the outcome of the a particle in superposition the superposition breaks down and the universe splits into as many universes as there are outcomes in the probability of each result of the superposition.

Every being's conciousness is duplicated and distributed throughout the resulting universes (naturally).

When a person dies, I believe that, from the perspective of the victim, their conciousness will only end up in a universe where they can observe that universe. Therefore, when there is an outcome where someone has a chance of dieing, they will only observe a universe in which their particle configuration enables them to survive.

The implication: From every person's point of view, they are immortal and invincible. You may observe other's deaths but not your own.
 
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