Consciousness Uncovered

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Tomas Chapa

Unexpected Hero: Male Elephant Seal Rescues Drowning Pup

Unexpected Hero: Male Elephant Seal Rescues Drowning Pup

Introduction: Delving into the depths of animal consciousness opens a world of wonder. Do animals possess it? The consensus leans towards a yes for mammals, but the real intrigue begins when we explore the similarities and differences with human consciousness. In our ongoing exploration, we’ve encountered fascinating narratives that

Consciousness and History: Navigating a Unique Juncture

Consciousness and History: Navigating a Unique Juncture

Our place in history: There is a common binary view of history: one that either romanticizes the past as a golden era and views the future with doom, or regards the past as primitive, eagerly awaiting a golden future. These perspectives, however, can also overlook the fact that history is

The Eve 1X Robot and Consciousness

The Eve 1X Robot and Consciousness

Why It Matters: We live in an era where AI and robotics are advancing at an unprecedented pace. Understanding our interactions with these technologies is more crucial than ever. Last week, a video showcasing the EVE 1X robot was released, powered by Open AI. We are going to do an

Only Consciousness Can Love

Only Consciousness Can Love

Connecting: Last week, in How many millennia for a metal chair to gain consciousness?, we pondered whether a metal chair could ever gain consciousness, concluding that only consciousness can love. Let's dive deeper. To ensure clarity, let’s define terms: Defining Love: It's not about saying,

How many millennia for a metal chair to gain consciousness?

How many millennia for a metal chair to gain consciousness?

Why it matters: This question may seem more akin to science fiction than science. However, it’s central to our understanding of consciousness. We define consciousness as the fact that ‘I exist,’ ‘I experience,’ and ‘I feel.’. The question probes whether consciousness is emergent or fundamental. Backdrop: Central to this

Beyond Thinking: Unveiling Consciousness

Beyond Thinking: Unveiling Consciousness

Balancing Insight and Intellectualization: My friend Omar’s words hung in the air after last week’s consciousness experiment: “There’s a thin line between insight and overthinking,” he warned. “We want to avoid getting lost in our heads.” That’s the key, isn’t it? Forget the dry theories

Consciousness: Defined by Experience

Consciousness: Defined by Experience

The Experiment: The term "consciousness" is shrouded in multiple interpretations, defying easy definition. We propose that an experiential approach, rather than mere definition, unlocks a deeper understanding of this elusive concept. Through an introspective experiment, we invite you to encounter consciousness firsthand. * Find a Quiet Place: Sit down