Consciousness Quote by Amit Goswami
“Consciousness comes first; it is the ground of all being. Everything else, including matter, is a possibility of consciousness. And consciousness chooses out of these possibilities all the events we experience.”
About This Quote
Source Lecture: Consciousness and the Quantum World, Amit Goswami, 2005
Consciousness is the fundamental reality; material phenomena emerge as its possibilities, and our awareness selects experiences.
In simple terms: Consciousness creates reality.
Key Takeaway
Recognize consciousness as primary.
Themes
consciousness
reality
quantum
Mood
thoughtful
inquisitive
Type
philosophical
scientific
When to use this quote
- meditation practice
- scientific inquiry
- ethical decision‑making
- personal growth
Key Concepts
non‑dualism
observer effect
Questions to Reflect On
- How does this view change your perception of matter?
- What responsibilities arise from being the selector of experience?
A Different Perspective
Scientific proof of consciousness as primary remains debated.
