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Solipsism is a philosophical concept that posits the idea that only one's own mind is sure to exist. As a metaphysical theory, it suggests that the external world and other minds may not exist independently of the perceiving subject. The term derives from the Latin *solus* ("alone") and *ipse* ("self"), encapsulating the notion that the self is the only indubitable reality.

The core premise of solipsism is that knowledge of anything outside one's own mind is impossible to verify. Proponents argue that since perception is subjective, the external world could be an illusion or projection of the mind. This perspective has roots in ancient philosophy, notably in the works of René Descartes, who famously doubted the existence of everything except his own consciousness in his *Meditations on First Philosophy*.

Solipsism can be divided into two main forms: subjective solipsism, which asserts that only one's own mind exists, and objective solipsism, which extends this idea to claim that only the contents of one mind exist, with no distinction between the self and the world. While often dismissed as extreme or unprovable, solipsism remains a thought experiment used to explore the limits of knowledge and perception.

Critics argue that solipsism leads to an epistemological dead end, as it renders communication and shared reality impossible. However, some philosophers and artists use solipsistic ideas to challenge conventional notions of reality, truth, and subjectivity. In literature and psychology, solipsism has been explored as a metaphor for isolation, paranoia, or existential detachment. Despite its radical implications, solipsism continues to be discussed in debates about consciousness, perception, and the nature of existence.