I have been wondering what is the solution to the mystery of "I"? How is it that I have this identity and not some other? How is it that there is someone here that says "I am aware from THIS viewpoint" and is not aware from another, or any other, viewpoint? How did I choose this viewpoint?
Why is my view of the world so restricted? And restricted to this particular viewpoint? The awareness that sees this does not seem to be personal in any way. It just seems to be there - or should I say, here. It really does not seem to have any location, it's as though I can tap into this awareness or use it as if it were mine in this very restricted way, but really it does not belong to me any more than the sky above does .
Anyone who likes to think about this and has any similar thoughts is welcome to comment, I would be glad to have your take.
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Hi Malcolm,
ReplyDeleteA great question. When you have found the answer, I'm sure a lot of historical famous philosophers would like to hear from you.
Maybe you should try solipsism for a while. Doesn't answer your question, but narrows down the research field to just "I".
Merry Christmas from far, far away.
Bas
Thanks, Bas.
ReplyDeleteI have sympathy for solipsists, but it's just too personal in my view. I assume the truth of Advaita - non-duality (can't say I believe it as belief doesn't apply there!) - but merely assuming it does not do. So I still struggle to get my mind around this "I" business. Solipsism sheds no light here, that I can see.