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Michael Levin Λ Karl Friston Λ Chris Fields on The Meta Hard Problem, Consciousness, and Babbling

Theories of Everything with Curt Jaimungal

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Exploring Consciousness and Selfhood

This chapter investigates the lifelong journey of self-exploration and the complex nature of identity through the lens of consciousness. It discusses the unsettling realizations of existential awareness, particularly in relation to aging, cognitive experiences, and the impact of conditions like severe autism. The conversation also emphasizes the importance of an interdisciplinary approach to understanding consciousness, merging insights from psychology, biology, and philosophy.

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