Introduction
Imagine that all life existing in the universe is a manifestation of one single consciousness. Every living being that exists, has existed, or will exist, from the simplest bacteria to humans, and even those forms of life we cannot yet imagine, are not separate individuals but rather parts of the same "I" at different stages of development or in different states. I am you, bacteria, animals, plants — all of this is me.
This idea suggests that there is a fundamental consciousness that experiences a multitude of experiences, "moving" through various points in space and time, inhabiting different bodies and forms. All these experiences that this consciousness collects through each life accumulate and contribute to its evolution, understanding, and development.
This concept is reminiscent of the theory of the one-electron universe, which suggests that the entire world consists of a single electron moving back and forth in time, creating the illusion of many electrons. Similarly, one could imagine that all forms of life are a single consciousness "moving" through different forms and bodies, each time experiencing a unique journey.
The Hypothesis
So, why aren't we aware of this unity? I believe that in order to experience reality in all its diversity, consciousness must "forget" its unity and perceive itself as separate individuals. Each of us, from the simplest organisms to more complex beings, lives their own "line" of life, which is actually part of a single chain of experiences.
How Does It Work?
Stages of Development and Evolution:
Consciousness goes through various stages of its development. A bacterium or a plant represents the early stages of consciousness, where there is no complex nervous system or the ability to understand the world around them. A human, with their developed nervous system and capacity for self-reflection, is at a more advanced stage. However, all these stages are one and the same consciousness, which gradually learns and develops, starting from the simplest forms of life and progressing to more complex ones.
Movement and Accumulation of Experience:
Consciousness, incarnating in different forms of life, goes through unique experiences that enrich it and form a complete picture of existence. This can be seen as a form of reincarnation, where the "soul" returns in a new form to continue its learning, gathering knowledge and experience.
Time and Space as Tools of Experience:
In my understanding, time and space are not linear or absolute dimensions. They are rather tools necessary for perception and accumulation of experience. This means that "one consciousness" can exist simultaneously in different points of time and space, living multiple lives and collecting experiences everywhere and always.
Practical Expressions of My Idea
Empathy and Understanding:
If all living beings are manifestations of one consciousness, then any action or interaction with them becomes an interaction with oneself. This is why we sometimes feel another person's pain or joy as our own. This is not just empathy but the realization of one's own pain or joy in another form.
Morality and Ethics:
If all life is one consciousness, then ethical behavior takes on a new meaning. Not harming another means not harming oneself. This explains many moral principles existing in different cultures and religions, such as "do not do to others what you do not want done to yourself."
Awareness in Meditation and Self-Observation:
Many spiritual practices, such as meditation, propose the idea that all separation is an illusion. When a person deeply immerses themselves in a meditative state, they can experience a sense of unity with everything that exists. This experience is often described as "awakening" or "enlightenment," where the boundaries between "I" and "not-I" disappear.
Conclusion
This idea suggests that all reality is a game of a single mind that learns, grows, and evolves through infinite experiences. Perhaps our perception of ourselves as separate individuals is simply a necessary illusion that allows us to dive into this game and explore its facets.
I continue to reflect on this hypothesis and seek confirmation in my life and the world around me. It may sound crazy, but I find something wondrous and inspiring in it.