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Mind-Body Dualism

By Michael Alan Prestwood

Fri 7 Jun 2024
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The relationship between the mind and body has long intrigued philosophers and religious scholars, sparking diverse perspectives and interpretations. Generally, dualism posits that the mind and body are distinct entities, while nondualism asserts that reality is a single, indivisible whole, with perceived divisions being illusory.

Mind-Body Dualism

1641 – Two Substances: Body & Soul
Cartesian Dualism

30 Phil, Chapter 22, Descartes, Touchstone 56: Mind-Body Dualism.

This concept splits the universe into two different substances. Cartesian Dualism splits the mind and body into separate entities that interact with each other. It fundamentally challenged the Aristotelian view that the mind and body are inseparable, laying the groundwork for modern explorations of the unknown and unknowable.

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Michael Alan Prestwood
Author & Natural Philosopher
Prestwood writes on science-first philosophy, with particular attention to the convergence of disciplines. Drawing on his TST Framework, his work emphasizes rational inquiry grounded in empirical observation while engaging questions at the edges of established knowledge. With TouchstoneTruth positioned as a living touchstone, this work aims to contribute reliable, evolving analysis in an emerging AI era where the credibility of information is increasingly contested.
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