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Ep119 "Why do brains believe in the unbelievable?" with Bruce Hood

Inner Cosmos with David Eagleman

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Mind, Body, and Identity: A Philosophical Exploration

This chapter investigates the philosophical idea of dualism, focusing on the intertwining of mind and body, and the implications of neurological changes on personality. It also addresses how emotional attachments to objects shape our identities and the cognitive processes behind supernatural beliefs. Through various thought experiments and cultural reflections, the chapter challenges our understanding of identity, continuity, and the underlying mechanisms of human cognition.

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