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#649 - Anil Seth - Does Your Brain Hallucinate Conscious Reality?

Modern Wisdom

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The Self as a Prediction Machine

This chapter explores the intricate relationship between consciousness and the self, examining how brain activity correlates with conscious experiences. It challenges conventional notions of identity and continuity, suggesting that the self is a dynamic process shaped by memories and interactions. Through thought experiments and philosophical insights, it unravels the complexities of perception, reality, and the nature of identity over time.

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