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The [[Mind]] is used to describe mental activity that exists both objectively in the [[brain]] and [[subjectively]] in [[consciousness]]. | The [[wikipedia:Mind|Mind]] is used to describe mental activity that exists both objectively in the [[brain]] and [[subjectively]] in [[consciousness]].<blockquote>''"The mind is not a vessel to be filled but a fire to be kindled."'' -[[wikipedia:Plutarch|Plutarch]]</blockquote>When discussing [[psychology]] we sometimes talk about our [[subjective]], [[emotional]] experiences and thoughts, which are manifestations of our objective [[brain]] activity. | ||
When speaking of [[subjective]] experience, the [[wiki]] will typically refer to [[consciousness]] or mind. When referencing observable [[neural]] activity, or just to be [[wikipedia:Nondualism|nondual]], it will refer to the [[brain]]. Mind is the more general term that encompasses all aspects of thought. | |||
When speaking of [[subjective]] experience, the [[wiki]] will typically refer to [[consciousness]]. When referencing observable [[neural]] activity or just to be [[wikipedia:Nondualism|nondual]], it will refer to the [[brain]]. | |||
If you talk about ''how does the mind work'' you must consider both the function of the [[brain]] and the experience of [[consciousness]], as well as how the two interact and influence each other. | If you talk about ''how does the mind work'' you must consider both the function of the [[brain]] and the experience of [[consciousness]], as well as how the two interact and influence each other. | ||
Latest revision as of 23:22, 12 February 2025
The Mind is used to describe mental activity that exists both objectively in the brain and subjectively in consciousness.
"The mind is not a vessel to be filled but a fire to be kindled." -Plutarch
When discussing psychology we sometimes talk about our subjective, emotional experiences and thoughts, which are manifestations of our objective brain activity.
When speaking of subjective experience, the wiki will typically refer to consciousness or mind. When referencing observable neural activity, or just to be nondual, it will refer to the brain. Mind is the more general term that encompasses all aspects of thought.
If you talk about how does the mind work you must consider both the function of the brain and the experience of consciousness, as well as how the two interact and influence each other.