The Correct Solution to the Problem of Personal IdentityIdentity can be defined as how you perceive or define yourself, or whatever makes an entity definable and recognizable in terms of possessing a set of qualities or characteristics. that distinguish it from other entities, or what makes me, me and you, you. In philosophy, identity is essentially sameness (Solomon, Higgins, Martin 296). In this sense, identity consists of what makes you unique and distinguishes you from others. Identity is also how you define yourself and the structure of your life made up of learned values ​​and principles. Self-identity is how one characterizes oneself, either in general or in particular (Solomon, Higgins, Martin 285). Personal identity is what makes you the same person over time. In his Meditation VI, René Descartes states that self-identity depends on consciousness and does not depend on our body remaining the same, and this is why human identity is unlike anything else in the world. existence (Solomon, Higgins, Martin 288). The philosophical problem of self-identity “is how to identify an individual as the same individual over time” (Solomon, Higgins, Martin 286). There are many different philosophical theories that attempt to solve the problem of personal identity. Although memories are distorted and forgotten, the best solution to the problem of personal identity is based on self-awareness and not on the substances of the soul or body. The famous philosopher John Locke expounds a main theory in his teachings on how to use consciousness and memories to address the problem of personal identity. John Locke's solution to the problem of personal identity is known as memory theory. He argues that the self, or personal identity, is based on...... middle of paper ... memories cannot be transferred to others, making them unique to the individual. However, if Smith were to forget the experience of purchasing the Lexus, it would be as if the event had never happened. When the experience of buying the Lexus leaves consciousness, becomes unrecoverable, then and only then can Smith claim that he is no longer the same and that he should not have to pay for the car. Locke's theory of memory has been the subject of much criticism. but solves the philosophical problem of self-identity effortlessly and effectively. Locke shows how memories can connect a person to all different parts of their life. The events that occur during life shape one as defined by the conscious and these acquired memories and experiences extend over time, allowing an individual to retain the sense of self in all aspects and at all times of life. his life..