Panpsychism is a philosophical theory that that says that consciousness or mind is a fundamental aspect of the universe, existing in varying degrees in all things, including inanimate objects. In other words, panpsychism suggests that consciousness is not solely a property of complex organisms like humans or animals, but rather a fundamental feature of reality itself.
Panpsychism challenges the traditional view that consciousness only arises from complex neural activity in certain living organisms. Instead, it proposes that consciousness is a fundamental aspect of the fabric of the universe and is present even in the smallest particles or entities.
This idea is often depicted as a spectrum, with varying levels of consciousness or proto-consciousness attributed to different types of matter. For instance, proponents of panpsychism might argue that individual particles have some rudimentary form of consciousness, and as matter becomes more complex and organized, consciousness becomes more developed.
This is a theory that I have been inspired by in my Science Fiction world when creating the Psionic powers and the mysterious consciousness called the Entity. My idea is that all living and sentient beings are connected, and the higher the consciousness, the stronger the connection is. The Entity knows this and wants to populate the universe with more life and more sentient beings. The interconnection between all life also sounds a bit like the Force in Star Wars, and yes, I have borrowed some ideas from that universe too.
In my universe, where all life and consciousness beings are linked together, that provides a solid foundation for creating psychic powers. So, because all is connected, a strong mind can use that connection to manipulate, push, and pull. I refer to this as psionic powers and view it as another natural part of evolution. Some psionic powers can appear in simpler life forms, but they usually develop after the life form has achieved high intelligence, often through civilization and technology. The idea is that the highest form of evolution is to spread life and help the consciousness of the universe become stronger. This leads to the theory of Panspermia, which I will discuss more about in the future.
Psionic powers are not a magically benevolent force like the light side in Star Wars. It is a neutral force that can be used to cause harm, destruction, and even death. However, as one destroys life and sentient beings, the power weakens slightly. In my universe, there are forces that aim to sever the Psionic forces and thwart what the Entity is trying to build. This is where the Eldritch powers come into play, tearing and obliterating our reality. The destruction of all stands as the antithesis of life, the universe, and everything.
So, here you have it, the shortest, simplest description I can offer today of the two polar opposite and fantastical powers in my world. There is much more I would like to write about concerning this, but for now, this will suffice. Be sure to check back again later; there is more to explore.
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