
Anil Seth (Consciousness)
Templeton Ideas Podcast
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Exploring Consciousness and Self-Awareness
Delving into the distinctions between consciousness and self-awareness, this chapter scrutinizes the 'what it is like' experience of being an organism. From discussing illusionism in philosophy to studying consciousness through brain functions, the conversation challenges conventional perspectives on consciousness. The chapter also examines different levels of consciousness, the complexity of conscious experiences, and methods to detect consciousness in individuals with severe brain injuries.
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