Philosophy

No, you can't. You literally can't think of a third explanation. I know, I tried. Everything you can think of reduces to one of the two.

You don't have to admit it, just actually take the time in private to think about consciousness and what it could possibly be, actually give it a shot. I'm certain you can't think of a third alternative, there isn't one.

But if you can think of an alternative, I'd love to hear it. I've devoted a great deal of study to the topic, and I'd love a new legitimate perspective.