mind-independence

Mind-independence is the idea that certain aspects of reality exist objectively, regardless of whether anyone perceives or thinks about them. In other words, things like physical objects, mathematical truths, or natural laws would continue to exist and hold true even if no one was around to observe or understand them. This concept contrasts with the view that reality is dependent on our perceptions or beliefs. Mind-independence is a fundamental assumption in many scientific and philosophical approaches, supporting the idea that the universe has an existence and structure that is not contingent upon human consciousness.