Locke responds to an objection that begins with the observation that a person can lose memories.

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Locke acknowledges that memories can be lost, but he still argues that personal identity is based on consciousness, which includes not only memories but also current conscious experiences. Even if a person loses some memories, as long as they retain their current consciousness, they are still the same person.

Locke Responds to an Objection That Begins with the Observation