Exist vs. Real

[Ryft]

Perhaps you can tell us which definition you are using of the words; i.e., explain the difference of your terms.

It is difficult for me to describe the difference between 'real' and 'exist' at this point because I have not reached a satisfactory conclusion on the matter yet. Without committing to any particular view, I will confess that so far I am compelled to view them as interchangeable terms. And I am exploring through various thought experiments the idea that 'real' describes a set and 'exist' describes things within that set. And I am also exploring the meaning and implications of 'actuality' and how it relates to this issue and whether or not it can serve as a clarifying force. As I have indicated, I'm not done yet. The reason I posted a thread on this issue is because I felt the views and ideas from fellow members might challenge or influence my thinking on these matters, e.g., expose a weakness I hadn't considered.

But like I said, so far I am leaning toward them being interchangeable terms. Which means I may disagree that hallucinations per se exist.