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Ep85 "What is a Thought?"

Inner Cosmos with David Eagleman

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Beyond Words: The Nature of Inner Thought

This chapter explores the predominantly nonverbal nature of our inner thoughts, revealing that most mental processes involve vivid imagery rather than verbal language. Highlighting research on spontaneous thoughts, it examines how different brain regions collaborate to create complex mental images and sensory experiences.

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