What Are the Mystical Energies That Distinguish Human Minds?

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The forum discussion centers on the exploration of mystical energies that may distinguish human minds from animal brains. The original poster, Gale17, theorizes that these energies could explain phenomena such as religious miracles and plant growth responses to music. Participants debate the existence of such energies, with some referencing scientific studies on plant responses to sound and others dismissing the concept as pseudoscience. Key figures mentioned include Wilhelm Reich, known for his controversial theories on life force energy.

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  • Understanding of basic neuroscience, particularly the differences between human and animal brain functions.
  • Familiarity with concepts in philosophy related to the mind and consciousness.
  • Knowledge of plant biology and the effects of environmental stimuli on growth.
  • Awareness of historical figures in pseudoscience, such as Wilhelm Reich and his theories on orgone energy.
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  • Research the scientific studies on plant growth responses to music, particularly the effects of baroque music.
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  • Examine the neurological basis of consciousness and how it differs across species.
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This discussion is beneficial for philosophers, neuroscientists, and anyone interested in the intersection of science and mysticism, particularly those exploring the nature of consciousness and the mind.

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Russ,

There is no one part of the brain
responsible for conscious thought.

Thought is the result of many
different areas working in co-
opertion. The cerebrum is huge,
most of our brains are cerebrum.

Howstuffworks "How Your Brain Works"
Address:http://science.howstuffworks.com/brain2.htm Changed:11:08 AM on Sunday, August 10, 2003

Consciousness itself is managed
by an organ called the thalamus
which is part of the limbic sys-
tem.

-zoob
 
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Maybe you might notice that these are *fiction* writers?

In any case, a warning. The mystical sense of "energy", or "lifeforce" does not correspond to the physical ideas of energy, and force.

My bet is on the negative.

How do you know animals don't have a mind? All evidence suggests that they too have sentience, and complexity of thought, only to a lesser degree.

How do you know humans in general have minds?

(Think about the questions. They are much harder than you think)
 

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