
Patrick House and Itzhak Fried on the Brain's Mysteries
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The Enigma of Consciousness and Free Will
This chapter delves into the intricate relationship between consciousness, free will, and neuroscience. The conversation highlights the limitations of big data in fully capturing the nuances of human experience and the philosophical questions surrounding determinism. It also addresses the rich diversity of cognitive processes and the challenges of communicating personal mental experiences, emphasizing the importance of valuing the unquantifiable aspects of consciousness.
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