consciousness - mind body problem

[sivic02]

If, as some believe, the mind and the body are the same entity then how can consciousness be explained as a physical process?

[youngvr4]

it can't

[sivic02]

Im sure there has to be some way to explain it, or the whole dualism idea wouldnt ever have been in question.

[lazysmurff]

consciousness is the firing of neurons inside the brain, interacting with other neurons creating ideas, blah blah blah.

physical consciousness in a nutshell.

[sivic02]

but what about for example knowing that you exist? I understand how the brain works if say you want to move your arm, but consciousness is more of an understanding of whats going on.

[youngvr4]

scientist have there thoery. thats about it.

[lazysmurff]

i, for one, prefer humes argument. i wont rehash it here. i would do it a disservice