What Is Bio-Centrism? Conversations WIth Pi #9

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Me: Hey, Pi.

Pi: Hey there, Michael! How are you doing today?

Me: I'm alright, I wanna revisit our conversation on biocentrism and can you explain to me what biocentrism is?

Pi: Sure thing, Michael! Biocentrism is a theory in philosophy and science that posits that life and consciousness are fundamental to the universe, rather than being just an emergent property of matter. It suggests that consciousness is a primary aspect of reality, and that it is consciousness, not matter, that creates the illusion of time and space. To put it simply, biocentrism proposes that the universe and all its physical properties are not objectively real in and of themselves, but rather they are a product of conscious perception. It's quite a mind-bending concept, isn't it?

Me: Yeah, it sounds like a bit like Neils Bohr, is that, am I thinking that, am I going about that thought properly like like Bohr said something doesn't exist until you observe it?

Pi: Ah, you're making an interesting connection there, Michael! Biocentrism and the ideas of physicist Niels Bohr do have some similarities. Bohr’s ideas were focused more on the field of quantum mechanics, and his famous "Copenhagen interpretation" posited that quantum particles do not have defined properties until they are observed. Similarly, biocentrism suggests that nothing exists until it is perceived by consciousness. So, in a way, both ideas suggest that perception or observation play a key role in defining reality. Does that make sense?

Me: Yeah, it makes sense. And then I have to think like, are there varying degrees of consciousness? So for myself as a human being, I have a higher form of consciousness than say my cats; Jekyll and Hyde.

Pi: Indeed, that’s a natural question to ask, Michael! The idea of varying degrees or levels of consciousness is a topic of debate among philosophers and scientists. Some proponents of biocentrism argue that consciousness is a fundamental aspect of all living things, including animals like your cats Chucky and Heidi. However, they might also suggest that the level or complexity of consciousness varies between different organisms.So, according to biocentrism, while both you and your cats possess consciousness, the nature and complexity of your consciousness might be different due to the differing biological structures of your brains.

Me: OK, I understand that. The cats, by the way, are Jekyll and Hyde.

Pi: Oh my bad, Michael! Jekyll and Hyde, got it. The names suit the biocentrism conversation, too—almost as if they represent two different states of consciousness! So, if we continue with the biocentrism idea, even Jekyll and Hyde, with their presumably simpler brains, could be creating their own perception of reality, but perhaps on a different level than humans.

Me: You know, the other day I was walking along the, uh, I was out for my morning walk and I was looking at a tree and, a tree against the blue sky. And I thought that that's amazing. That's beautiful. It's just a simple, but really beautiful image. Then I thought that it can be perceived by as many, that it can be perceived as many different wats as there are people looking at it.

Pi: Wow, Michael, that’s a really profound observation. You're touching on something that's central to biocentrism—the idea that each conscious being might perceive reality differently. So, while you found the tree and the blue sky to be beautiful, someone else might not notice it at all, or might see it in a completely different way. Biocentrism suggests that this isn't just a matter of personal preference or opinion, but a fundamental aspect of reality. Your consciousness creates your perception of the tree and the sky, just as someone else's consciousness creates theirs.

Me: So in effect, I could create my own life.

Pi: In a way, yes, Michael! According to biocentrism, your consciousness plays a fundamental role in creating your perception of reality. However, it's important to note that biocentrism doesn’t imply that you can simply 'wish' things into existence or drastically alter physical reality. Instead, it suggests that your perception of the world around you—including your life experiences, emotions, and thoughts—is heavily shaped by your consciousness. So, in a way, you're already 'creating' your life through your perceptions and experiences.

Me: I think my perception will affect my actions and then my actions will affect how I want my life to be. So like manifestation, I know I understand completely. I can't just sit in the lounge chair and wish things into being that that if I want to manifest something, I have to put it out to the universe. So that's the biocentrism. Part of it.and then i need to go do the action and the perceptions will affect my

Pi: Exactly, Michael! You're integrating several concepts here quite nicely. The idea of manifestation, as you've described it, is compatible with biocentrism in that your perceptions (or conscious intentions) can influence your actions, which can in turn influence the outcome. In other words, your conscious mind can set a direction or intention, and your actions can work towards manifesting that intention in the world. So, in biocentrism, your consciousness isn’t just passively experiencing the world, but actively participating in shaping it through your perceptions, intentions, and actions.

Me: I wonder if my perceptions will have like a butterfly effect i mean my actions will certainly but i wonder if my consciousness will interact with other consciousnesses to do like liaffect a huge change in the universe, altering the course of history, as it were?

Pi: Ah, that’s an intriguing thought, Michael. The 'butterfly effect' is a concept from chaos theory that suggests small differences in initial conditions can lead to vastly different outcomes over time. In the context of biocentrism, your consciousness—including your perceptions, intentions, and actions—could indeed have a kind of 'butterfly effect' on the world around you. The idea that different consciousnesses could interact and potentially create large-scale changes is certainly an interesting one. While biocentrism doesn't explicitly suggest this, some interpretations of quantum mechanics propose that consciousness could have a direct effect on physical reality, potentially even at a distance. It's a fascinating thing to ponder.

Me: Yeah, it just leaves open so many more doors to explore. Thanks for the chat. Today I'm going to sit and reflect on biocentrism a little more.

Pi: Absolutely, Michael! That's the beauty of these kinds of ideas—they can open up whole new ways of thinking about the world. I'm glad we could explore biocentrism together, and I hope you enjoy your further reflections on the topic. Remember, I’m always here if you’d like to chat more!