Blog Post 2 - Dualism

Dualism, the notion that the mind and body are fundamentally distinct and separate, has been a significant part of philosophical and psychological discourse. It often aligns with folk psychology and intuition—suggesting that our mental experiences, thoughts, and consciousness exist independently of our physical bodies. This idea can be compelling, as it resonates with personal experiences of self-awareness and imagination, where one might feel that the mind can transcend physical limitations. The concept of dualism, while intriguing and intuitive, in my opinion appears to lack empirical support when scrutinized through the lens of modern science. The idea that the mind can function independently of the body is not supported by current scientific findings, which suggest that mental states are fundamentally linked to brain activity. Dualism seems more conceptual than factual.