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298. Perception: Chaos and Order | Dr. Karl Friston

The Jordan B. Peterson Podcast

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Entropy, Goals, and the Brain's Response to Certainty

This chapter explores the interplay between goal progression and entropy, highlighting how reducing uncertainty fosters stability in social interactions. The conversation delves into hemispheric brain specialization, discussing how the left hemisphere focuses on precision while the right engages in abstract processing, with implications for creativity and cognitive flexibility. Additionally, it examines how psychedelics can enhance openness and creativity by recalibrating our perceptions and challenging rigid belief systems.

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