The filter theory* of consciousness holds that consciousness is an element independent of the human brain. Every brain acts as a unique filter for this elementa

The filter theory* of consciousness holds that consciousness is an element independent of the human brain. Every brain acts as a unique filter for this elemental consciousness, structuring reality in the most optimal way for that creature to survive. This filtered consciousness forms the "default mode network", which is the construction of ego or separate self. Near death experiences (and psychedelics and Buddhist jhanas) disintegrate the default mode network, allowing us to perceive the consciousness element beyond the brain's filtering mechanism. *vs commonly held production theory which assumes the brain produces consciousness.