The Metaphysics of Persons

The metaphysics of persons explores what it means to be a person, focusing on identity and the changes we undergo over time. It examines questions like: What makes you the same person throughout your life despite physical and psychological changes? Is it your memories, your body, or something else? This field considers concepts like continuity of consciousness and the nature of selfhood, addressing how we maintain our sense of identity while evolving. Ultimately, it seeks to understand the essence of being a person, beyond mere physical existence, and the relationship between identity and change.