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#293 – Donald Hoffman: Reality is an Illusion – How Evolution Hid the Truth

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Fiction, Reality, and Evolutionary Perceptions

This chapter explores the intricate relationship between fiction and reality, examining how literary constructs shape our understanding of human nature and complex theories in physics. It discusses the interplay between consciousness, scientific inquiry, and the limitations of our perception of existence, questioning whether space-time is a fundamental aspect of reality. Additionally, it addresses the evolution of sensory systems and the challenges of evolutionary game theory, encouraging a critical stance on scientific models and their implications for understanding consciousness.

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