Have you examined the "quantum consciousness" theory? It may have its limitations, but I think therein lies a solution to some of the materialist dilemmas. I am drawn to it for the same reasons you are drawn to "neutral monism" (which, come to think of it, might describe quantum consciousness).
Jeffrey M. Schwartz, a Buddhist and neurologist, has had some amazing results which suggest that the mind may in fact be able to affect the "wiring" of the brain. He discovered that focused awareness is key in consciously guiding the brain's 'neuroplastic' redevelopment. His analysis of these results has led him to causal idealism, but I don't think he explored the possible solution offered by quantum consciousness.
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Date: 2003-12-26 09:30 am (UTC)Jeffrey M. Schwartz, a Buddhist and neurologist, has had some amazing results which suggest that the mind may in fact be able to affect the "wiring" of the brain. He discovered that focused awareness is key in consciously guiding the brain's 'neuroplastic' redevelopment. His analysis of these results has led him to causal idealism, but I don't think he explored the possible solution offered by quantum consciousness.