Consciousness is a mesmerizing and enigmatic aspect of human existence that has captivated the minds of philosophers, scientists, and individuals from all walks of life. It is the essence of our awareness, our ability to perceive and experience the world around us. Exploring the depths of consciousness has been a quest to unravel the mysteries of our own existence and understand the nature of reality itself.
On this page, we delve into the realm of consciousness through a collection of insightful and thought-provoking quotes. These quotes offer glimpses into the multitude of perspectives and theories on consciousness, from ancient wisdom to modern scientific theories. Whether you are a skeptic, a seeker, or simply curious about the nature of consciousness, these quotes provide a platform for contemplation and introspection.
Within these pages, you will find words from renowned philosophers, spiritual leaders, neuroscientists, and writers who have dedicated their lives to understanding consciousness. As you explore the quotes, you may find yourself pondering the nature of perception, the relationship between mind and body, or even the possibility of consciousness existing beyond the confines of our physical form.
Prepare to embark on a journey of self-discovery as you peruse these consciousness quotes. May they challenge your beliefs, expand your mind, and ignite a curiosity that fuels your quest for a deeper understanding of the world within and around you.
I am not conscious of working especially hard, or of 'working' at all. Writing and teaching have always been, for me, so richly rewarding that I don't think of them as work in the usual sense of the word.
I've always associated consciousness with artists like Bob Marley or Joni Mitchell or Bob Dylan. You know, artists that really talked about what was going on in the world and really artists that are timeless.
It's rare that we actively and consciously 'forget'; most of the time we have simply forgotten, with no consciousness of having forgotten. In individuals, the phenomenon is called 'denial'; in entire cultures and nations, it's usually called 'history.
I am almost sure to be blotted out by death, but sometimes I think it is not impossible that I may continue to live in some other manner after my physical death . Or, as Hamlet wonders, what dreams will come when we leave this body?
Though I know consciousness kind of boxes you in, it still encompasses the artists that I knew were conscious throughout history of music - they're the ones that you look at as the legends.
LSD, wisely used by professionals, could reprogram enough nervous systems to accelerate consciousness and intelligence before we laid ourselves and our planet waste."To use your head you have to go out of your mind" "You are a God, act like one"
...[I am] utterly entranced, at times, with the mere fact that there are other people, and that they experience themselves as the primary center of consciousness just as I do. That fact alone...Well, that fact alone is staggering.
Individual societies begin in harmonious adaptation to the environment and, like individuals, quickly get trapped into nonadaptive, artificial, repetitive sequences. When the individual's behavior and consciousness get hooked to a routine sequence of external actions, he is a dead robot, and it is time for him to die and be reborn. Time to "drop out," "turn on," and "tune in.
There's one uneasy borderline between what is external and what is internal, and this borderline is defined exactly by the sense organs and the skin and the introduction of external things within my own body. Consciousness is altered by physical events and physical objects, which impinge upon my sense organs, or which I introduce into my body. Now the name traditionally given to external objects or processes which change you internally is sacrament. Sacraments are the visible and tangible techniques for bringing you close to your own divinity.
