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Perhaps the most intriguing consequence of a panpsychist outlook is the realization that we are fundamentally continuous with the natural order. With this understanding, moral values may shift, encompassing not just consciousness but complex forms of consciousness. Hence, ethical decisions regarding consumption become nuanced, as all living things embody some form of consciousness—challenging previously held views about vegetarianism and morality.
Eastern Philosophical Influences
The discourse touches on Eastern philosophical traditions, likening the implications of panpsychism to Buddhist and mystical views of the universe. This resonates with the idea that consciousness serves as a thread interlinking all entities.