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#218 - Neuroscience and Embodiment: A Dialogue with Inês Hipólito

Converging Dialogues

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Embodiment and the Philosophy of Self

This chapter explores the intricate relationship between embodiment and cognition, drawing on the philosophical contributions of figures like Merleau-Ponty and existentialist thought. It challenges traditional views of the self as a fixed entity, proposing instead that identity is shaped by cultural context, personal experiences, and the dynamic interplay between body and environment. The discussion emphasizes the significance of bodily experiences in understanding consciousness and meaning-making within a complex, interactive world.

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