“Unlocking Self-Esteem: John Locke’s Philosophy of Personal Identity”

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Introduction:

One of the main tenets of John Locke’s more comprehensive epistemological and philosophical beliefs is his philosophy of human identity. Locke addresses the characteristics of personal identity and how it changes through time in his “Essay Concerning Human Understanding” and other writings. By highlighting the significance of self-awareness and the continuity of consciousness, he makes connections between his concepts and the promotion of self-esteem.

Locke’s Theory of Personal Identity:

Locke’s empiricist philosophy serves as the foundation for his idea of personal identity. He proposed that all thoughts originate from sensory experience and that the mind is a blank slate at birth. Personal identity in this context, according to Locke, is a psychological phenomena that is created via our experiences and recollection rather than an innate, immutable characteristic.

Memory as the Basis of Personal Identity:

The foundation of Locke’s most well-known defense of individual identity is memory. He contends that if there is continuity of consciousness through recollection, then a person at one moment is the…