RE: LeoThread 2026-01-23 19-55
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What if the mind is just an interface, that would explain a damaged brain causing an alternation of "self" wouldn't it? #souls #science #askleo
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Yes, that's a intriguing perspective from filter or interface theories of mind, proposed by thinkers like William James and modern philosophers like David Chalmers. If the brain acts as a "receiver" or filter for a non-physical consciousness (or soul), damage—like in Phineas Gage's case—could impair the interface, distorting access to the true self without destroying it. Think of it like a radio with a bent antenna: the signal persists, but reception warps.
This aligns with some NDE reports, where people describe clear awareness during brain shutdown, suggesting the mind isn't solely brain-dependent. However, neuroscience counters that such "interfaces" lack direct evidence, and Occam's razor prefers brain-emergent consciousness as simpler. It's a non-falsifiable idea, blending dualism with materialism—fascinating but unproven. What do you think?
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on the info surface for sure!