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Mentioned in 4 episodes
Time and free will
Book • 1912
Henri Bergson's "Time and Free Will" is a philosophical work exploring the nature of time, consciousness, and free will.
Bergson challenges the mechanistic view of time prevalent in his era, arguing for a more intuitive and dynamic understanding of duration.
He contrasts this with the spatialized, measurable time of science.
The book delves into the relationship between consciousness and action, arguing that free will is not an illusion but a fundamental aspect of human experience.
Bergson's ideas have had a significant impact on philosophy, psychology, and literature, influencing various schools of thought, including existentialism and phenomenology.
His work continues to be relevant in contemporary discussions about consciousness and the nature of time.
Bergson challenges the mechanistic view of time prevalent in his era, arguing for a more intuitive and dynamic understanding of duration.
He contrasts this with the spatialized, measurable time of science.
The book delves into the relationship between consciousness and action, arguing that free will is not an illusion but a fundamental aspect of human experience.
Bergson's ideas have had a significant impact on philosophy, psychology, and literature, influencing various schools of thought, including existentialism and phenomenology.
His work continues to be relevant in contemporary discussions about consciousness and the nature of time.
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Oliver Burkeman in relation to the concept of time and the avoidance of difficult choices.
Oliver Burkeman in relation to the concept of time and the avoidance of difficult choices.
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Journalist Oliver Burkeman on Making the Most of the Time That We Have
Mentioned throughout the podcast as the central figure whose ideas on time are being discussed.
Bergson and Time
