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#206 – Anil Seth on the predictive brain and how to study consciousness

80,000 Hours Podcast

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The Brain-Body Connection: Emotions and Self

This chapter explores the intricate relationship between neural activity, bodily signals, and emotional responses, emphasizing how they shape our understanding of self. It highlights the brain's predictive role in processing information about internal organs, impacting our emotional experiences and awareness of bodily needs.

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