René Descartes famously declared "Cogito, ergo sum" (I think, therefore I am). He solidified "Dualism," the idea that the mind and body are two different substances.
During the Cambrian explosion, organisms developed complex eyes and nervous systems. Some scientists, like Feinberg and Mallatt, argue that "primary consciousness"—the ability to map the environment and react to it—emerged here. The Origins and History of Consciousness
As mammals and primates evolved, social dynamics required "Theory of Mind"—the ability to understand that others have thoughts. This likely turned the lens of consciousness inward, leading to self-awareness. 2. The Cultural Mirror (The "How") René Descartes famously declared "Cogito, ergo sum" (I
How do you define consciousness—is it a of the brain, or something more fundamental to the universe? René Descartes famously declared "Cogito