Thomas Metzinger

Thomas Metzinger is a philosopher known for his work on consciousness and the mind. He argues that our experience of a unified self is an illusion created by the brain. Metzinger's ideas relate to the "Extended Mind" theory, which suggests that our minds are not confined to our brains but can include external tools and environments that aid our thinking. In this context, he explores how technology and social interactions shape our cognitive processes, emphasizing that understanding consciousness requires examining both internal mental processes and external influences.