Are Our Minds Simply Complex Machines?

I see very little to zero of the way the human brain operates as machine-like. On the surface, it may appear as if our minds function purely through cause and effect, but the complexity underlying this phenomenon makes it far more fascinating than any simple machine.

Every Effect Has a Cause

It is often said that every effect must have a cause. If this is true, then every action, thought, and decision we make must also have causes behind them. Everything we think or do is a result of prior events, emotions, and experiences. Even a fleeting change of mind, such as 'no, I won’t do that, I’ll do this,' or 'on the other hand, no, I will,' has reasons and motivations lying beneath the surface.

The Classic Difference Between Nature and Human Made Brains

One of the classic differences between nature and human-made brains is their ability to reflect upon and reconsider decisions. Every change of mind, every indecision, every new original idea, has a cause. They cannot simply emerge from 'thin air' or 'nowhere'; they must come from someplace. To argue that these thoughts or ideas are the result of no cause is tantamount to believing in a reality where God has always existed. Both these concepts require close examination to understand how they operate in the present world.

The Mind as a Machine

Though it is true that the human brain operates through cause and effect, likening it to a simple machine may not fully capture its complexity. Just as a calculator follows mathematical operations, our brains process information and integrate experiences. However, the sophistication and vast number of causes and effects occurring in the human brain make it much more intricate and fascinating than any mechanical device. Over time, we may learn to recognize that these intricate processes are not merely 'just' a machine but something far more profound.

The Role of Emotions and the Soul

Emotions, often seen as separate from the workings of the brain, also follow a cause and effect structure. Just as thoughts and decisions have underlying reasons, emotions too have precedents. The emotional responses we experience are not arbitrary but are shaped by our experiences and environment. This is akin to the belief in the soul or 'mini air volume' connecting our mind to a deeper, cosmic network known as Gangalia, the central hub where all these effects and causes converge and disperse.

The Continuity of the Mind

After death, the mind, or the 'mini air volume' as described, changes but the IP address remains the same. This continuity suggests a deeper, spiritual connection that transcends physical existence. In this perspective, the human mind operates through a complex network, continuously adapting and transforming, but maintaining a consistent identity.

Conclusion

The human mind, while operating through the principle of cause and effect, is far more complex and nuanced than a simple machine. It encompasses a vast network of interconnected causes and effects, emotions, and experiences, all of which contribute to the richness and complexity of our lives. The possibility that some effects may not have a discernible cause challenges our understanding of the universe and opens up new possibilities for exploration in both philosophy and science.