Consciousness and Emergence
Chris explores the complexities of consciousness and the concept of emergence, distinguishing between strong and weak emergence. Philip argues that current physical science lacks the language to adequately describe the qualities of experience, making it impossible to fully explain consciousness through purely quantitative measures. The discussion highlights the limitations of materialism in addressing the richness of human experience, suggesting that the pursuit of understanding consciousness may require a broader perspective beyond traditional scientific frameworks.In this clip
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What Is Consciousness? - Philip Goff | Modern Wisdom Podcast #272
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